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Plant Operator - Water and Wastewater

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Water Plant Operator

The Water Plant Operator will help the City of Pasco continue to provide high quality water services to the citizens of Pasco. In service of providing high quality water to our citizens, the Water Plant Operator will perform a variety of technical tasks to effectively operate, maintain and control various components of the City's Water Treatment Plants. Facilities include a conventional filtration plant, a membrane filtration plant, raw water intake pump stations, booster pump stations, distribution system control valves, storage tanks, reservoirs and standpipes. Works under Washington State regulations and procedures for water treatment and water supply; as well as established City policies and procedures. Relocation assistance may be considered. High school diploma or G.E.D Two (2) years of experience working as a Washington State Class III (or equivalent), SCADA controlled water treatment plant performing routine operations and maintenance. Class III Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate (WA Class IV preferred). Salary: $67,516.80 - $76,024.00 Annually Location: Pasco, Washington Closing Date: Continuous Comprehensive Benefits Package: The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. The City also offers many other perks including: 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave 10 holidays, plus each employee receives 2 floating holidays each year Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, that offers a matching contribution of up to 3% from the City; option to also contribute to a Roth Other benefits offered: Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac and Flexible Schedule (per department approval) Salary Range: $32.46 - $36.55/per hour., plus benefits Apply By: Open until filled (first review of applications begins on 5/2/2022) Contact: Please contact HR at (509) 543-5786, with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco. No fax/email or incomplete applications accepted. The City of Pasco does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.