Wastewater Operator

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3^rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

HKA is working on behalf of Jacobs, and this role is to support Jacobs’ work through HKA

Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour DOE

Operator                                                                                                                                                                 

At Jacobs, we don’t settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. 

Jacobs is seeking a Licensed Wastewater Operator to join our collaborative team in Roseburg, OR. As an operator you’ll work with project staff to perform maintenance of equipment and quality control testing. Partnering with other team members you’ll apply knowledge of the principles, methods and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors and related equipment, wastewater process control and safe work practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to: monitor, record and operate the wastewater treatment plant, recharge and SCADA system; diagnose operating problems, analyze recording instrument readings and laboratory test results and adjust various plant processes accordingly, perform plant inspections to determine efficiency of operations, cleanliness, and maintenance activities including remedial action in emergencies. 

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent 
• Monitors gauges, meters, and control panels 
• Observes variations in operating conditions and inter­prets meter and gauge readings 
• Operates valves and gates either manually or by remote control 
• Starts and stops pump, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treat­ment processes
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge read­ings 
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses 
• Performs routine mainte­nance functions and custodial duties 
• Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel 
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
• Performs other duties as required

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Oregon Wastewater Treatment Grade 1 License
• One year of experience in operating wastewater treatment plants
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Oregon Wastewater Treatment Grade 2 License
• Class B Commercial Drivers License
• 3 years of experience in operating wastewater treatment plant

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be provided and required.  Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals.   The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.  

Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on equipment, have vision sufficient to service equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction.  In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, push a push-type mower; wear and use appropriate safety equipment.