Wastewater Operator - Swing Shift: Impact & Growth

City of Eugene; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union AFSCME

Shift differential $0.80/hr

Job summary

The City of Eugene is seeking a Wastewater Operator to manage operations at a complex activated sludge facility. The role requires working with minimal supervision and rotating swing shifts, with a differential for swing or graveyard hours.

From duties including monitoring equipment, performing lab analyses, and ensuring safe, compliant operations, the ideal candidate will have an associate degree in environmental science or related field and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in environmental science or related field.
• State or ability to obtain Oregon DEQ Wastewater Operator Certification.
• Background check and drug test may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust plant equipment to maximize efficiency.
• Operate lab instruments and perform process control testing.
• Train other Wastewater Operators in procedures and safety.
• Respond to alarms and systemic issues to safeguard operations.

Skills

Safety procedures

Alarm handling

Laboratory data interpretation

Process optimization

Team training

Equipment operation

Education

Associate's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Maximo

WIMS

Excel

Access

Outlook

Word

Job description

The City of Eugene is seeking a Wastewater Operator to manage operations at a complex activated sludge facility. The role requires working with minimal supervision and rotating swing shifts, with a differential for swing or graveyard hours.

From duties including monitoring equipment, performing lab analyses, and ensuring safe, compliant operations, the ideal candidate will have an associate degree in environmental science or related field and relevant certifications.