Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 2

Full Time | Non-Permanent

Location:
McNeil Island Stewardship | McNeil Island, WA

Salary Range: $6,356 - $7,740 Monthly

This non-position is represented by the Teamsters 117 bargaining unit.

Correctional Industries is dedicated to maintaining and expanding incarcerated work training programs that build marketable skills, foster strong work ethics, and reduce the overall tax burden of the Department of Corrections. Through meaningful work and hands-on training, these programs support successful reentry while keeping critical facility operations running safely and efficiently.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 2 is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the well system and water distribution system on McNeil Island while also providing support in the wastewater treatment area. This role ensures that all water and wastewater operations meet federal and state regulatory requirements, including compliance with RCW, WAC, Department of Health and Department of Ecology standards, as well as applicable Department of Corrections policies.

Accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship are essential to this work.

In addition to system operations, this position plays a key role in training and supervising incarcerated workers in the maintenance of water equipment and related plant operations. The candidate of choice will inspect the well house and water distribution systems, perform or recommend necessary maintenance, and ensure equipment is operating effectively. Chemical testing is conducted in accordance with Department of Health requirements, with results analyzed and used to make appropriate operational adjustments.

If you have great attention to detail and leadership skills, we look forward to reviewing your application!

A completed application packet will include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.

As a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 2, some of your duties will include:

• Monitoring well system, water tank and Distribution Network and / or Wastewater Treatment Plant which could look like:
  • Monitoring the well system and maintaining it at McNeil Island concurrent to the regulations and policy set by the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Ecology (DOE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Corrections
  • Monitoring and maintaining adequate quantity and quality of potable water to staff and residents on McNeil Island; ensure sufficient quantities of water are available for fire protection. Operates the plant per Department of Ecology (DOE), Department of Health (DOH), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and applicable Department of Corrections policies
• Instructing and training
• Chemical Testing
• Other duties as assigned

What we need (required qualifications):

• Valid Washington State Certificate of Competency issued by the Department of Health as a Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 or higher

AND

• Valid Washington State Certificate of Competency issued by the Department of Health as a Water Distribution Manager 1 or higher

AND

• Certification by Department of Ecology as a Group 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

AND

• Valid Washington driver’s license

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Ability to perform Chemical tests, analyzes result, and make appropriate adjustment to the water treatment system
• Computer skills with experience in Word and Excel
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills
• Maintains the highest standards of personal/professional ethical conduct Ability to apply negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate with management, peers, offenders and the public as required to carry out

Vision:Working together for safer communities.

Mission:Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment:To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is…