Job Description

Title: Water Operators I & II

Location: Coeur D’Alene, ID

Duration: FTE Direct Hire

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general supervision performing a variety of skilled tasks pertaining to the installation, operation and maintenance of a water and wastewater facility, while continuing to gain the education and skills needed to achieve Oregon State Health Division and Department of Environmental Quality Distribution Certification.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compile records and reports in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations.
  
• Analyze and conduct mathematical calculations following laboratory procedures to make adjustments in the operation of a water facility.
  
• Provide effective communication with management and/or other operators on the technical level required of this position.
  
• Conform to all safety policies and participate in specialized training for the safe handling of hazardous materials and confined space entry.
  
• Perform all aspects of the daily operation and testing of a 1.5 million gallon per day wastewater treatment facility.
  
• Assist in all aspects of utility construction including, but not limited to, excavation, shoring, laying and testing of water lines.
  
• Efficiently operate all types of equipment used in a water field including but not limited to backhoes, dump trucks, forklifts, loaders, sewer flushing truck, mini excavator, vac trailer and tractors.
  
• Participate in the design and planning of new and existing water projects.
  
• *Compliance with all State and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to the operation and maintenance of a water/wastewater facility.
  
• Performs repair and maintenance on all water apparatus, including structures and grounds.
  
• Comply with all Company policies, procedures and safety regulations and culture.
  
• Comply with Company grooming and uniform policy.
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education or equivalent.
  
• Must have a Class I or II Certification in one of the water/wastewater fields, i.e. Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections, or Wastewater Treatment.
  
• Achieve 10 hours per year of accredited training pertaining to the water/wastewater field.
  
• Valid Oregon CDL drivers’ license, with a tanker endorsement and air brake endorsements. (Must have or be able to obtain within 1 year of date of hire)
  
• Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
  
• Must be able to physically accommodate and use respirators and self-contained breathing apparatuses
  
• Must be physically able to access and egress trenches, manholes and lift stations as well as water reservoirs and towers.
  
• Must be able to accommodate a weekend or variable shift and/or be on 24-hour emergency call when assigned.
  

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