Lead Water Systems Operator – On‑Call & Training Lead

Grays Harbor County; Pacific Beach (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Grays Harbor County is seeking a Water Systems Lead Operator to coordinate and perform operating and maintenance tasks for the water utility. Responsibilities include water quality monitoring, meter work, pump and valve maintenance, and cross-connection control duties.

The role may require leadership of technical staff and on-call availability during emergencies. The position requires WA certifications or progress toward them, a valid CDL with tanker endorsement, and residency within commuting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; experience/equivalent acceptable.
• State certifications required or within 12 months of employment for WA water treatment and cross-connection control.
• Valid CDL with tanker endorsement; backflow testing certification desirable.
• Ability to follow public health standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water systems per health standards.
• Monitor water quality and maintain records.
• Read/install meters and perform testing.
• Repair pumps, hydrants, reservoirs, and pipes.
• Lead technical staff and provide training as needed.

Skills

Water system operation

Water quality monitoring

Equipment maintenance

Record keeping

Training and supervision

Public health compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

WA State Water Treatment Operator - I

WA State Cross Connect Specialist – I

WA State Water Distribution Manager - II

WA State Class A CDL w/tanker

BAT (Backflow Tester) desirable

Tools

Water meters

Pumps & valves

Hydrants & reservoirs

Mains & pipe fittings

Hand tools

Job description

Grays Harbor County is seeking a Water Systems Lead Operator to coordinate and perform operating and maintenance tasks for the water utility. Responsibilities include water quality monitoring, meter work, pump and valve maintenance, and cross-connection control duties.

The role may require leadership of technical staff and on-call availability during emergencies. The position requires WA certifications or progress toward them, a valid CDL with tanker endorsement, and residency within commuting