• Monitor and optimize wastewater treatment unit processes (liquids, solids/biosolids, air emissions, energy recovery, reclaimed water, etc.) and overall plant operations to ensure regulatory compliance and to optimize final product quality (effluent, biosolids, air emissions).
• Assist in troubleshooting unit processes and associated equipment operation, monitoring systems and controls. 
• Conduct research and evaluation of special studies and projects to optimize plant processes to ensure maximum performance and cost-effective operation as determined by the supervisor or senior staff.
• Make basic projections of chemical and energy use in plant processes and general plant operations for current and future conditions.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, project proposals and progress reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Basic knowledge of engineering and/or scientific principles and techniques typically provided through four years of college-level training from an accredited institution OR any combination of education and work experience
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles and to apply this skill to read, write and follow oral and written instructions. 
• Skill in working on multiple projects and assignments simultaneously and coordinating among diverse workgroups. 
• Work experience in wastewater, including but not limited to coursework and laboratory assignments, internships at treatment plants or an industrial manufacturer, and professional working experience at a treatment plant or wastewater consulting firm.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse individuals in varying occupations. 
• Computer proficiency, as measured through familiarity with and use of general software (Microsoft suite applications such as Teams, Outlook, and Excel) and/or through familiarity with and use of industry specific software (e.g., Lab Information Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems, Water Information Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). 

• Washington State Driver's License

• Possession of an Engineer-In-Training certificate (EIT) or combination of engineering work experience and/or education equivalent to a 4-year degree.

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072, USA
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. 
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U L925.

• Complete Application
• Resume (Required)
• Cover Letter (Required)
• Answers to Supplemental Questions

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