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Wastewater Operator I (Walla Walla, WA)
Through the delivery of operations and maintenance services, we make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most — people. As an Operator, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring uninterrupted service delivery. Based in Walla Walla, you'll perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, contributing to the program's success through efficient preventive maintenance, effective sampling procedures, and solutions to complex challenges.
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour DOE
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose operating problems, make process control adjustments, and direct/perform necessary corrective action
- Establish and maintain effective sample procedures for plant operations and effluent
- Prepare reports, collect samples, and perform laboratory testing
- Determine proper chemical flow rates
- Maintain shift logs and perform other duties as required
- Take action to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of yourself and your team
Required:
- Active State of Washington Level I Wastewater Operator License, or ability to gain reciprocity within 6 months of hire
- Experience with sound safety principles and practices
- Experience with computer operations, including spreadsheets, word processing, and entering information into a maintenance management system
- Valid driver's license
- Must pass Fitness for Duty testing to ensure physical and functional fitness for this safety-sensitive position
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, grasping, reaching, and repetitive hand movements
- Ability to work in varied environments (indoor/outdoor, loud noise, active machinery, high-pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights/depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals), using appropriate safety equipment
Preferred:
- Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) to aid in biosolid application
- Experience operating water/wastewater treatment systems and proficiency with SCADA systems and software
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools used in the operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment
- Knowledge of general maintenance work and safe work practices
- Knowledge of biological and chemical sewage analysis, and the effects of industrial waste on water/wastewater treatment processes
- Principles of supervision
- Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems; ability to operate plant PLCs and SCADA systems
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HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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