Potable Water Treatment Plant Lead Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $75-$100,000 annually DOE

General Position Summary :

Port of Morrow is looking for a dedicated Potable Water Treatment Plant Lead Operator to join our team in Boardman, Oregon. This position plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and the environment by ensuring the continuous production and delivery of safe, high-quality drinking water in strict adherence to Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations.

Job Description

Essential Functions / major responsibilities

Plant Operation : Monitor and adjust plant processes and equipment to ensure optimal treatment efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Water Quality Monitoring : Collect water samples (raw, intermediate, finished, distribution) and perform laboratory testing to ensure compliance with water quality standards.

Process Control : Utilize SCADA and DCS systems to analyze trends, monitor plant operations, adjust chemical dosages, and calibrate chemical feeders for proper treatment.

Maintenance : Perform routine and preventative maintenance on plant equipment, buildings, and grounds.

Emergency Response : Respond to plant and off-site facility alarms and callouts, including after-hours emergencies and variable shifts, to address issues like equipment malfunctions or power outages.

Data Management & Reporting : Maintain accurate records and reports using computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite, and report results to regulatory agencies as required.

Safety & Compliance : Adhere to all safety protocols, including safe handling of chemicals, and ensure compliance with all applicable OHA and EPA regulations.

Collaboration : Work effectively with colleagues and other agencies.

Secondary Functions

Assist contractors, regulators, and others Port departments in support of plant operations.

Respond appropriately to customer complaints, problems and / or emergencies.

Supervisory responsibility

This position has some supervisory responsibilities.

Specific job skills

Operation and correlation of production, treatment, quality, transmission, distribution, and storage as it relates to potable water.

Industry best practices regarding the operation and maintenance of surface water treatment plants and distribution system facilities and equipment.

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, directives, procedures, and safety regulations.

Mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles.

Water sampling techniques and chemical analysis procedures.

Accurately read, interpret, and record data from sources, including, but not limited to meters, gauges, dials, and SCADA equipment.

Read and interpret complex engineering plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, work orders, flow charts and technical manuals.

Write legibly, read with comprehension, and perform algebraic and arithmetic calculations accurately.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. required.

Two years experience working at a Class II or III potable water treatment plant.

Must possess a valid OHA Drinking Water Level I Distribution

Must possess a valid OHA Level II Treatment Systems Certificate

Must possess a valid Drivers License

Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Job Conditions

Work is performed inside the water treatment plant and outside and may require working in confined spaces.

Exposure to physical hazards from extreme conditions while gathering samples, wet slippery work environments, confined spaces, loud noises, operating machinery and electrical systems, sewage, gases, fumes, and chemicals.

Some heavy lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, and climbing.

The position may require working nights, weekends, holidays and being on-call.

2025 Employment Benefits Summary

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance starts the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Currently the Port pays 100% of family coverage.
• If you have other group coverage, this can be waived and receive 30% of premium value in pay.
• The Port will fund $2000 into an HRA-VEBA account yearly to assist with deductible and copay amounts.
• Short-term and Long-term disability benefits available. Premium is paid by the Port.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is available. Participation is voluntary and paid by employee.
• Aflac is available. Participation is voluntary and paid by the employee.
• Retirement 401A Plan is mandatory participation with employee contribution of 6% immediately and Employer match of 9% annually at end of the fiscal year. Vesting of employer match is 100% at 6th year.
• Retirement 457B Plan is voluntary participation with an Employer match of up to 1% annually at end of fiscal year.
• Vacation accrues at 2 weeks for the first year (3.1 hours per pay period), and at 3 weeks (4.7 hours per pay period) during years 2-4 and continues every 5 years.
• Sick leave accrues until 52 hours is reached each year. 16 of these hours per year may be used as personal leave.
• Annual membership to Life Flight is paid by the Port.
• Employee membership to the Boardman Pool and Rec Center, paid by the Port. You can add family members at your cost.
• Employee Life Insurance policy that equals one times annual salary, paid by the Port.
• Employee membership to Marker 40 Golf Club.
• 12 paid holidays.