Plant Operator - Water and Wastewater

Overview

THE CITY OF PASCO: Situated between the pristine Columbia and iconic Snake Rivers in southeastern Washington, Pasco is a vibrant and growing community that enjoys 300 days of sunshine per year. The exceptional climate, combined with the area’s inviting waterways, enables residents to enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities year round, from water sports and golf to wine touring and outdoor theater.

Pasco has undergone a significant transformation as one of the fastest growing communities in Washington State between 2011 and 2016. As a result of the population growth Pasco has experienced significant growth in the retail and tourism industries while also being rated as one of “the 10 safest cities in Washington State to live.”

The Water Plant Operator will help the City of Pasco continue to provide high quality water services to the citizens of Pasco. In service of providing high quality water to our citizens, the Water Plant Operator will perform a variety of technical tasks to effectively operate, maintain and control various components of the City’s Water Treatment Plants. Facilities include a conventional filtration plant, a membrane filtration plant, raw water intake pump stations, booster pump stations, distribution system control valves, storage tanks, reservoirs and standpipes.

Works under Washington State regulations and procedures for water treatment and water supply; as well as established City policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D
• Two (2) years of experience working as a Washington State Class III (or equivalent), SCADA controlled water treatment plant performing routine operations and maintenance.
• Class III Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate (WA Class IV preferred).

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The Wastewater Plant Operator performs a variety of technically skilled tasks to effectively operate, maintain, and control various components of the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Treatment Plant is an extended aeration- return activated sludge plant that includes anaerobic digestion, screening, clarification, solids thickening, and UV disinfection. Work under Washington State regulations and procedures for wastewater treatment, as well as City policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a Washington State Class III (or equivalent), SCADA controlled wastewater treatment plant performing routine operations and maintenance.
• One (1) year of responsible laboratory experience.

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The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. The City also offers many other perks including:

• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave
• 10 holidays, plus each employee receives 2 floating holidays each year
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met
• In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, that offers a matching contribution of up to 3% from the City; option to also contribute to a Roth
• Other benefits offered:
  Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac and Flexible Schedule (per department approval)

$32.46 - $36.55 per hour, plus benefits

Apply By: Open until filled (first review of applications begins on 5/2/2022)

Contact: Please contact HR at , with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.

No fax/email or incomplete applications accepted.

The City of Pasco does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.