WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR LEVELS 1-4

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting new chapter in water treatment technology? Clackamas River Water (CRW) is seeking dedicated operators to join our team as we are launching a new Ignition SCADA system and implementing major upgrades to our Water Treatment Plant. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to operational advancement, improve efficiencies and play a key role in shaping the future of our water treatment infrastructure.  With an in-house water quality laboratory, there are a variety of ways to grow in this position. If you are passionate about treatment modernization and serving our communities, we encourage you to apply.

Clackamas River Water (CRW) has earned a reputation for providing high-quality drinking water. We are offering an excellent opportunity for you to be part of a sustainable organization by joining our water resources team - well known for providing exceptional service to the community we serve with our most precious resource: water.

Essential Duties

• Operate and monitor the District’s 30 mgd drinking water treatment plant, its systems and equipment in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Utilize SCADA system to oversee real-time water treatment processes and optimize plant performance.
• Maintain plant equipment to service levels by performing a variety of technical and mechanical duties, following prescribed guidelines.
• Follow all relevant safety standards and procedures.
• Available to work rotating shifts, weekends,  on-call and stand-by duty as needed and in emergencies.
• Perform and troubleshoot preventative and corrective maintenance of the water treatment plant, pump stations, reservoirs, and related facilities.
• Assist certified, in-house water quality laboratory by performing chemical and biological analysis and preparing and performing quality control of liquid and solid media and reagents.
• Collect samples; and record operational data and report test results to regulatory agencies.
• Perform lab testing and maintenance procedures, as needed.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Minimum Qualifications*: 

Basic:  HS diploma or GED required. Completion of at least 60 credit hours of college coursework in water technology, biology, environmental science, or related field; on the job training with a basic understanding of water treatment processes and the ability to follow operational procedures, safety protocols and regulatory standards. Comfortable using water-related software applications.

*Preferred Qualifications: 

Strong preference for candidates with at least 3 years additional operational experience working with treatment plant equipment, instrumentation and maintenance; Higher level OHA Water Treatment Operator Certification; training or experience with SCADA systems, experience conducting microbiological lab testing for coliform bacteria, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that meets position requirements.

Special Requirements:  Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal/civil background check,  pre-employment and physical exams that meet the position’s standards and requirements.

Wage Range:     DOQ

Closing Date:     Open until filled

Clackamas River Water is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is a drug-free workplace.