Wastewater Treatment/Compost Crew Chief or Crew Chief Apprentice

About the role

The City of Port Townsend is recruiting for a Wastewater Treatment/Compost division position. The position may be filled at either level, contingent upon qualifications. Complete job descriptions are available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a small team or crew to assign tasks, ensure procedures are followed, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and correctly.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of a small team or crew; keeps a close watch on activities and situations; and communicates observations to the division manager.
• Leads the team without formal authority over employee performance reviews or disciplinary actions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Washington State driver's license and acceptable driving record
• WA State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Group II or higher certification
• 10+ years of experience working at a classification II or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant
• 5 or more years in a lead role or 2 or more years as a Wastewater Crew Chief Apprentice
• Certified Compost Facility Operator certification issued by Washington Organics Recycling Council
• First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 1 year of being in this position
• Flagger Training Certification within the first 6 months in this position
• Washington State CDL B or ability to obtain within 12 months in the position
• Two years of vocational or college coursework in technical areas such as environmental science, civil engineering, and/or computer technology
• 10+ years of experience leading wastewater-related plant operations involving secondary treatment
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• WA State Group III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification
• WA State Class A CDL

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Washington State driver's license and acceptable driving record
• WA State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Group II or higher certification
• 10+ years of experience working at a classification II or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant
• 3 or more years in a lead role or 2 or more years as a Wastewater Crew Chief Apprentice
• Certified Compost Facility Operator certification issued by Washington Organics Recycling Council
• First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 1 year of being in this position
• Flagger Training Certification within the first 6 months in this position
• Washington State CDL B or ability to obtain within 12 months in the position
• Two years of vocational or college coursework in technical areas such as environmental science, civil engineering, and/or computer technology
• 10+ years of experience leading wastewater-related plant operations involving secondary treatment
• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• WA State Group III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification
• WA State Class A CDL

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment and composting processes
• Experience with safety protocols and emergency response
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software

Benefits

• Full job descriptions and requirements for both positions.
• WA State PERS retirement and optional 457 Deferred CompTeamsters pension
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through WA Teamsters Welfare Trust Fund
• Time loss/short-term disability insurance
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Sick leave (earns 1 day per month)
• May be eligible for sick leave conversion annually
• Vacation (graduated accrual schedule starts at 8 hours per month)
• Up to 12 paid holidays
• Eligible for up to 3 floating holidays based on years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

• $39.18-44.50 base pay range
• $39.18-49.84 total pay range (with maximum potential longevity)
• $37.55-42.67 base pay range
• $37.55-47.79 total pay range (with maximum potential longevity)

Schedule

• Full-time position