Wastewater Operations Lead — On‑Site

Pacific Coast Producers; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Farmer-owned cooperative stability

Feeding families mission

Job summary

Pacific Coast Producers, The Dalles, OR, is seeking an experienced Wastewater Supervisor to lead day-to-day treatment operations and ensure environmental compliance. You will supervise union operators, oversee system maintenance, conduct lab testing, and manage pond operations to meet DEQ, EPA, and NPDES standards.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree, 3+ years of wastewater experience, strong leadership, and a hands-on mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and 3+ years of wastewater operations experience.
• Strong leadership and hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Solid background in chemical/biological wastewater processes.
• Knowledge of DEQ/EPA guidelines and NPDES standards.
• Good math, chemistry, and microbiology skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wastewater treatment facilities to ensure compliance with state/federal guidelines.
• Supervise, train and develop wastewater operators.
• Maintain DEQ/EPA guidelines within the Clean Water Act; control odors.
• Conduct daily lab testing and manage outsourced testing for DEQ requirements.
• Complete monthly DEQ forms and assist manager with end-of-year reports.
• Collect, prepare and mail samples to outside labs as directed.
• Oversee solids removal systems and sludge handling for economical disposal.
• Manage ponds to maintain permit compliance amid production flows.
• Maintain chemical inventories for wastewater use.
• Perform process monitoring and documentation.
• Supervise discharges in compliance with NPDES regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Math skills

Chemistry knowledge

Microbiology techniques

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Pacific Coast Producers, The Dalles, OR, is seeking an experienced Wastewater Supervisor to lead day-to-day treatment operations and ensure environmental compliance. You will supervise union operators, oversee system maintenance, conduct lab testing, and manage pond operations to meet DEQ, EPA, and NPDES standards.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree, 3+ years of wastewater experience, strong leadership, and a hands-on mechanical aptitude.