Wastewater Lead Operator - Walla Walla, WA

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Floating Holiday

Caregiver Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wastewater Lead Operator to join their dynamic team in Walla Walla, WA. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, ensuring seamless service delivery for municipal clients. Your expertise will guide a collaborative team, focusing on safety and efficiency while tackling complex challenges. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital community services and advance your career in operations management. If you're ready to make a significant impact, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in wastewater treatment operations.
• Proficient in SCADA systems and maintenance management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train team members in wastewater treatment operations.
• Diagnose and resolve operational problems effectively.

Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Safety Awareness

Education

State of Washington Level III Wastewater Operator License

State of Washington Level IV Wastewater Operator License

Tools

SCADA Systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As a Wastewater Lead Operator, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. Based in Walla Walla, WA, you’ll perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, leading weekly meetings, directing, assigning and training team members. You’ll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance, establishing and maintaining effective sample procedures of plant operations and effluent, and providing effective solutions to complex challenges that may arise. You’ll diagnose operating problems, make process control adjustments, direct and perform necessary corrective action. You’ll also prepare reports, collect samples, perform laboratory testing, determine proper chemical flow rates, maintain shift logs and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you’ll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

Wastewater Operators of all levels are welcome to apply (Operator in Training through Lead Operator).

Here's what you'll need:

1. State of Washington Level III Wastewater Operator License required or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months of hire.
2. Four (4) plus years of experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants.
3. Experience leading teams and assigning work.
4. Proficient in the use of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and to enter data into a maintenance management system.
5. Proficient in the use of plant SCADA systems and software.
6. Possess a valid driver’s license.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

1. State of Washington Level IV Wastewater Operator License.
2. Six (6) years of experience operating water/wastewater treatment plants.
3. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors, and related equipment; general maintenance work; safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes, principles of supervision.
4. Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Fitness for Duty testing is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $59,000.00 to $84,480.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.