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Douglas County Solid Waste Treatment Plant Specialist in Roseburg, Oregon
Solid Waste Treatment Plant Specialist
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Solid Waste Treatment Plant Specialist
Salary
$27.79 - $35.52 Hourly
Location
Courthouse - Roseburg, OR
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-00041
Department
Solid Waste
Opening Date
04/22/2024
Closing Date
5/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
THE POSITION
Douglas County Solid Waste
Full time position available with competitive full-family benefit package.
PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings.
Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist.
This position is eligible for representation by the TEAMSTERS LOCAL UNION No. 223
Job Summary:
This position performs duties necessary to conduct water quality monitoring and sampling at the Roseburg Landfill Water Treatment facility. Incumbent collects, monitors, tests, and makes adjustments needed in accordance with local, state and federal regulations to maintain operational functions of the landfill water treatment facility, including maintaining accurate logs and recordkeeping
Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Conduct water sampling and testing of facility’s leachate treated water sources (indoor and outdoor) using standard methods; adjust chemicals to meet regulatory standards.
Operate, monitor, and maintain the water treatment facility and related functions and performance of the treatment plant; calibrate and adjust equipment; repair and/or coordinate equipment repairs as needed.
Monitor, maintain, and record data on manual and electronic water flow and/or quality control measurement equipment.
Construct, maintain, and operate leachate abatement and treatment systems. Monitor and/or make adjustments in compliance with DEQ and EPA permit requirements.
Maintain logs, records, and other data collection information; work with consultants, vendors, inspectors, and other authorized personnel.
Maintain and service water quality testing and analytical equipment. Monitor performance of SCADA system and effect changes as needed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:
Associates degree or higher in water quality, wastewater treatment operations, engineering, or other related field, plus at least one year work-related experience.
At least three years’ relevant work experience in wastewater treatment.
Required:
At time of appointment must possess a current Wastewater Treatment Level 1 certification. Consideration may be given to individuals able to obtain their Wastewater Treatment Level 1 certification within 90 days of hire.
At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon Drivers License
Regular and consistent attendance
Desirable qualifications:
Valid Oregon Class A commercial driver’s license with tank and air brake endorsements.
Knowledge of:Considerable knowledge of the principles of water chemistry; reasonable knowledge of hydraulics, physics, electricity, and mechanical equipment; reasonable knowledge of standard laboratory procedures and analysis; reasonable knowledge of basic gas laws, toxicity, specific gravity; reasonable knowledge of mathematics including algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.Skill in:Use and operation of testing equipment.Ability to:Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; prepare and maintain reports, records, and statistical data; estimate time and materials and manage time efficiently; analyze results of tests performed and make decisions independently in accordance with established policies, rules, and regulations; use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, public agencies, contractors, engineers, consultants, vendors, and the public.
SCREENING & EVALUATION
While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check as part of a contingent offer of employment.
Employment is contingent upon a pre-employment drug screen. Presence of non-prescribed drugs, including marijuana, on drug screen results will result in disqualification pursuant to the County's drug and alcohol policy. To determine if physically qualified to perform the essential functions, employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory results of a post-offer medical and hearing exam conducted at county expense.
To learn more about this position, please review the position classification. (https://douglascountyor.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25478/Solid-Waste-Treatment-Plant-Specialist-)
Questions? Contact Human Resources by e-mail athr@co.douglas.or.usor ph: (541) 440-4405
Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity (https://douglascounty-oregon.us/DocumentCenter/View/1640/Douglas-County-Statement-on-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-PDF)
If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.
Douglas County offers a competitive benefit package for employees working in positionsbudgeted to work 30 or more hours per week. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, a confidential employee assistance program, deferred compensation account options, and more. Information on county-sponsored benefits can be found athttp://www.co.douglas.or.us/hr/benefits.asp. Vacation and sick leave accrual policies are described inDouglas County Personnel Rule 9 (http://www.co.douglas.or.us/hr/personnel_rules/rules/rule_09.asp) . Benefit options and leave accruals may vary if position includes membership in a collective bargaining unit (union).
Douglas County is a PERS employer. After meeting specific pre-defined service criteria, eligible employees join thePublic Employees Retirement System (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/Pages/index.aspx) (PERS) for retirement benefits.
Please contact the Human Resources Department with questions regarding the benefits associated with this position.
ph: (541) 440-4405
hr@co.douglas.or.us
Agency
Douglas County (OR)
Address
1036 SE Douglas Ave.Room 322Roseburg, Oregon, 97470
Phone
541-464.6300541-440-4405
Website
https://douglascountyor.gov/
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