Waste Fresh Water Technician

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel; Worley (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel in Worley, ID seeks a Waste Water Plant Technician to support the Facility Maintenance Department and operate the CCRH MBR plant. You will evaluate data daily and help develop operational strategies for wastewater systems while maintaining accurate reporting.

Responsibilities include monitoring plant operations, collecting samples, performing preventive maintenance on pumps, and ensuring safety with chemicals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Idaho State Waste Water class II progression towards III is required.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wastewater treatment plant operation and read meters.
• Collect samples, adjust processes, and maintain records.
• Operate, maintain, and repair plant equipment and pumps.
• Keep accurate data, manuals, and inventory, and train others as needed.
• Maintain on-call status 24/7 and ensure safety with chemicals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Organization

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Idaho Waste Water class II towards III

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: COEUR D'ALENE CASINO RESORT & HOTEL - WORLEY, ID 83876, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Variable, Job Category: Facilities, Mission Statement: As the premier destination resort, our commitment is to provide a unique, exciting experience rooted in Traditional Tribal Hospitality. You are a part of our family; Welcome Home!

SUMMARY

Provides support to the Facility Maintenance Department with a variety of maintenance activities and related tasks. The Waste Water Plant Technician will perform all aspects of maintenance and repair for the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel and related to the wastewater systems. Maintain the operation of the CCRH MBR (Membrane Bio Reactor) Plant. Responsible for evaluating all wastewater treatment plant data on a day to day basis to develop and update operational strategy for the facility and maintaining accurate data reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor operation of the wastewater treatment plant including observation of operation, reading meters, review of plant process.
• Perform activities necessary to control plant process including collection of samples, adjustment of plant process, and maintenance of required records
• Perform activities necessary to manage and dispose of sludge from treatment plant
• Perform preventative maintenance activities for plant pumps and equipment
• Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information
• Collect and analyze process data and make process changes on anoxic, pre air, MBR , Digester, and MBT basins as required to keep plant operating efficiently.
• Maintain records and documentation to ensure the highest quality of customer service.
• Keep CEU’s up to date
• Must maintain an on call status 24hrs a day, 7 days a week
• Collect waste water system samples for routine monthly tests and deliver to laboratory if necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up to date O&M and MSDS Manuals
• Keep accurate inventory on all lab and plant equipment
• Must be able to work with chemical’s (sodium hypochlorite, polymer) in a safe manner
• Operate, maintain, and repair waste water system equipment and sewage pumping stations and facilities including chlorination, control systems, and pumping station equipment.
• Be able to troubleshoot problems off site with PC
• Collect and record meters wastewater system data.
• Maintain all department gas-powered equipment and outside tools in good operation and condition.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance including exercising valves and checking for leaks.
• Locate and monitor man holes and sewer lines and schedule cleaning as needed.
• Prevent contamination of water sources.
• Maintain and observe water well, drinking water, storage systems, lift stations, pumps, and ponds for potential dangers and problems.
• Clean and maintain area around the MBR plant, lagoon and waste water treatment facilities.
• Train other employees in the operation and procedures of the waste water plant
• Keep Waste/Fresh Water Technician Supervisor and Facility Maintenance Manager aware of any system problems.
• Communicate vital information to EPA, customers, and management.
• Attend all department team meetings, workshops, and training sessions as delegated by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have an Idaho State Waste Water class II progression towards III
• Must have a valid driver’s license and provide evidence of a good driving record.
• At least 3 years of experience wastewater operation or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is preferred

Skills/Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.
• Possess demonstrated initiative, flexibility, organization skills, and dependability in performance of duties.
• Knowledge and abilities necessary to assist in facility repairs, including plumbing fixtures, independently preferred.
• Must have a positive and productive attitude.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

The Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel practices Indian Preference in hiring in the following order: 1. Coeur d’Alene Tribal Members, 2. Spouses and/or children of CDA Members, 3. Other enrolled members of Federally Recognized Tribes and 4. All other applicants.