Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City of Camas
616 NE 4th Ave, Camas, Washington 98607 United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 11, 2025
  • Salary: Salary range $7364-8793/monthly DOE USD Monthly
  • Salary Top:$8793
  • Full Time
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Mid to Senior Level
  • Summary

    LEAD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR

    Salary range $7364-8793/monthly DOE 

    Open until filled

  • Job Description

    The City of Camas is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The individual selected for this position will work under the supervision of the Wastewater Operations Manager and the Utilities Manager. 

    This individual will lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the maintenance and operations of the wastewater treatment plant and sewage pump stations and related equipment; help ensure compliance with the NPDES permit requirements and State and Federal water quality regulations; complete special projects; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility; coordinate activities with other operators; and provide highly responsible assistance to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Manager.  

    This facility is staffed 7 days/week. Days and hours for this position will be assigned upon hire but may include weekends and holidays. The position is represented by AFSCME, Local 307CC and is eligible for a full benefits package. 

     

     

  • Job Requirements

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED: Possession of an appropriate, valid Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s certification Class IV as administered by the Department of Ecology OR a Class I, II or III certification with the ability to obtain a Class IV within six months of the date of hire
    • Education equivalent to the completion of two years of college level coursework supplemented by specialized training in wastewater treatment plant maintenance, operations or a related field
    • Completion of at least 8 hours of leadership and management training
    • Four years of increasingly responsible experience in operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant and pumping facilities including one year of administrative and supervisory responsibility relevant to the position; and at least two years at a Class III or higher wastewater treatment plant preferred
    • Advanced technology skills including proficiency in MS Office and an aptitude to learn new software programs as required for the position

    In addition to the job description requirements, the preferred candidates will possess the following attributes: positive attitude, ability to take initiative, excellent customer service skills, good verbal, and written communication skills, demonstrated organizational and decision-making skills and flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed.

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  • Additional Information

    All application materials must be attached when the application is submitted.

    Apply online at www.cityofcamas.us/jobs

  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Camas
    • City of Camas

    The City of Camas, situated in the eastern hilly portion of Clark County, Washington, is home to over 22,000 residents. Enjoy the many amenities of our community including a quaint yet vibrant downtown with flower baskets in the summer, First Friday evening family events, a beautiful public library, summer farmer's market on Wednesdays, Lacamas Lake and miles of surrounding trails to walk, and much more. 

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