Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-in-Training job in Yakima

The City of Yakima is looking for an Operator-in-Training (OIT) for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Under general supervision, the OIT operates and maintains a wastewater treatment plant and associated sanitary, industrial, and storm water lift stations. Routine and repetitive assignments, once learned, may be performed under general supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school graduation or equivalent and three (3) months of relevant experience is required. (e.g. drinking, waste, or agricultural water systems, etc.) Experience at the Yakima Wastewater Treatment Plant is preferred. Three (3) relevant college credits and/or Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be substituted for the three months of relevant experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License. Obtain and maintain a Basic First Aid and CPR certificate within six (6) months of appointment. Possess a Washington State Department of Ecology Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training certificate within nine (9) months of appointment. Possess and maintain a Washington State Department of Ecology Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Group I certificate within twelve (12) months of appointment. Possession of a Class A CDL license with air brake endorsement is desirable.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The City of Yakima offers a competitive benefit package with salary starting at $16.61/hr; medical, dental, and vision coverage; FREE healthcare clinic; vacation/sick/holiday leave pay; WA DRS pension plan; 457 Deferred compensation; and more!

To review the complete job description and apply online, go to www.yakimawa.gov.

Closes 11/30/18.

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