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Clean Water Services lists this Temporary Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee opportunity in forest grove, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The PositionThe Water Resource Recovery Operations & Services Department is seeking a temporary Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee. This position will train in and perform work in the operation and control of wastewater treatment facilities, equipment and processes.Additional Information:Temporary position, up to six months.Full-time, up to 40 hours per week.The position will be located at the Forest Grove Facility.Any offer of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of references, a driving record review, criminal background check, and a medical examEssential FunctionsPerformed under close supervision and in a developmental capacity. (This section outlines the essential functions assigned to the position. The essential functions listed below are not intended to include all duties that may be assigned to this classification. CWS may modify, add, or remove duties or functions at its discretion.)Trains in the operation of equipment used in the preliminary, primary, secondary, tertiary and solids treatment of wastewater; learns to operate, inspect, clean, adjust, calibrate and monitor equipment and instruments and make minor repairs.Trains in the monitoring and operation of the wastewater treatment process in accordance with permit and process control standards; measures biological and chemical levels and liquid flow; measures inventories of process; troubleshoots and resolves process problems.Learns to collect liquid and solid waste samples; learns to perform standard and non-standard biological and chemical tests for troubleshooting or research work; records results.Takes and records process lab and flow readings; downloads data to recordkeeping systems.Keeps assigned area(s) clean and hazard-free; uses safe work practices and follows CWS safety policies and procedures.Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work purposes.QualificationsKNOWLEDGE OF:Basic knowledge of wastewater treatmentSafe work practices in an industrial settingSKILL IN:Identifying mechanical malfunctionKeeping records and logs accuratelyUse of computer software for data collection and entry into spreadsheets and word-processing documentsUse of hand and power toolsABILITY TO:Understand and follow oral and written instructionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, community groups, and the general publicOperate effectively in a team environmentCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES: The following are the minimum qualifications for this position. Internship with CWS, or 6 months of experience in a wastewater facility or related field. Or College-level coursework in Environmental Science, Wastewater Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or Microbiology, or closely related applied or technical science field of study. Or Completion of a Correspondence Course in Wastewater Technology. All candidates must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license.Additional InformationReasonable Accommodation:Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources.Equal Employment Opportunity:Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.Application Review and Certification Statement:Applicants will be reviewed and evaluated based on qualifications including relevant skills, education, training, and work history. Supplemental materials including resumes, cover letters, and other attachments will not be considered unless specifically requested as part of the application process. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application materials are detailed, accurate, clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum and, if applicable, special qualifications for the position, and are complete at the time the application is submitted. Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be removed from further consideration or may result in disqualification from the application or selection process, rescinding an offer of employment, or termination of employment if discovered after hire. Application materials will be used to determine salary placement in accordance with applicable state and federal law, CWS Human Resources policies and guidelines, and collective bargaining agreements, upon extension of a job offer. Unless requested as part of the application process, supplemental materials provided will not be considered.BenefitsClean Water Services offers qualified employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), flexible spending account, deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular represented employees can be found here. Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.
Worksite address
forest grove, OR, 97116, US
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