March 27, 2024
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Wastewater Collection Certified Operator
City of The Dalles
Closing Date: Open until filled, first review April 17, 2024
This is a full-time Union eligible position. Performs skilled and semi-skilled task assignments necessary to the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Collection Division in the area of wastewater and storm-water collection systems and, when necessary, provides service assistance to the water distribution and transportation systems as may be directed. Operates and maintains equipment necessary to achieving these service objectives. Is assigned to On-Call duties on a 24 hour per day basis according to a schedule of rotational assignment developed by the Division Manager or Public Works Director for weekly service. This and all City Employees are public servants. As such, employees are expected to follow City policy and maintain the highest professional conduct. In accepting employment with the City of The Dalles, employees are expected to maintain a positive public image.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.
Minimum Requirements:
TRAINING: High School Graduation (or equivalent) is required. Additional training in wastewater/water technologies and wastewater system operations and maintenance is desired.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years' experience in Wastewater Collection operations is desired. Developed skills in the operation of construction equipment necessary to this job.
CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES:
- An Oregon Class II Wastewater Collection Operator or higher, or its reciprocal equivalent acceptable to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Certification Program, is desired. The employee is required to be certified within eighteen (18) months of hire at a minimum of Oregon Class I Wastewater Collection Operator.
- A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with "Tanker" endorsement within 6 months of the time of hire is desired. The employee is required to be certified within twelve (12) months of hire.
Wage: $55,244.72 to $74,930.45 depending on experience and qualifications, anticipated COLA of 3.3% effective July 1, 2024
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