APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest, education and experience relative to this position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  The first review date for application materials is scheduled for July 22nd.

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

CONTRACT RATE

$ 45.27 per hour, increase to $48.22 per hour after six months. 

BENEFITS EPOA

In addition to any State mandated benefits, employees also enjoy the following benefits,

• Competitive wages
• Outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits
• Leave benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days (3.23 hours/week prorated based on hours paid) per calendar year up to 35 with tenure
• Paid Holidays -- up to 11 days per calendar year, paid jury duty.
• Employee Assistance Program
• State Retirement PERS participation (positions working 70 hours per month for at least 5 months each year)
• Optional 457 plan participation with employer matching 401(a) plan
• VEBA health reimbursement account
• Optional Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life/Voluntary Life & Long-Term Care plan option
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Recognition programs and position specific stipends
• Award Stipends: Safety, Employee Appreciation, Retirement Awards

For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org{rel="nofollow"}.

JOB POSTING

Treatment Plant Operator

Join our team at Chelan County Public Utility District. As one of the largest hydroelectric generating utilities in the Northwest, our mission at Chelan PUD is to improve the quality of life for the thousands of people who call our pristine desert and mountain community home.

Overview Operate and maintain wastewater collection and treatment systems consistent with District policies, procedures, industry best practices, and local, state and federal regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate wastewater treatment systems; identify and implement procedures to optimize performance and efficiency; perform equipment maintenance, repair and replacement; maintain legible records; maintain property and facilities.

Perform septic tank effluent pump (STEP) system maintenance, repair and replacement; inspect and clean collection system components as needed

Collect wastewater samples and perform laboratory tests; prepare monthly discharge monitoring reports; update laboratory procedures and manuals; maintain laboratory accreditation

Perform basic water system operations and maintenance tasks

Review and provide input on the development of asset management and facility planning documents

Review construction documents and procedures; participate in construction meetings; provide on-site inspection and coordinate Contractor and District work, as needed

Maint