Waterworks Operator

POSITION TITLE: OIT - Operator IV

DEPARTMENT: Field Services

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY GRADE: $25 - $46/hr

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

Job Description

NW Natural Water Services is seeking a Water Operations Technician to operate, monitor and manage water treatment plants and distribution systems. The Operations Tech will be responsible for overseeing all water treatment plant equipment and processes to meet permit requirements and plant performance goals. The Operations Tech will serve under the plant Supervising Operator and under most circumstances, work will be performed under the supervision of the Supervising Operator.

Essential Functions

Essential functions of the Operations Tech include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

· Monitor and maintain water treatment plant equipment (such as filters, pumps, UV, chemical dosing and related equipment)

· Collect samples in accordance with OHA compliance standards.

· Participate in system wide flushing and valve exercising operation.

· Read and record meter and gauge readings related to plant operations

and input into electronic database

· Report malfunctioning equipment and perform minor maintenance

· Assist in distribution leak repair and capital improvement projects.

· Perform other related work as required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

· Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety procedures of the work

· Ability to travel and work in inclement weather conditions on a daily basis

· Ability to communicate and consult with Supervising Operator on a daily basis

· Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner

· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

· Oregon DMV drivers license

Salary Ranges

Operator in Training : $25-$32 / hour

Operator I : $28-$36 / hour

Operator II $31-$40 / hour

Operator III $34-$43 / hour

Operator IV $37-$46 / hour

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $46.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Professional development assistance

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person