WHO MAY APPLY: This is an internal opening for Job Progression candidates in King County Wastewater S.E.I.U., Local 925 in the Wastewater Treatment Utility Worker classification series only. This posting will be used to facilitate Wastewater Treatment Utility Worker I through the Wastewater Treatment Utility Worker II Job Progression at the Treatment Plants.
The work associated with this position will primarily be performed onsite; this is not a telework position. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint
WORK LOCATION: Candidates’ current work site.
WORK SCHEDULE: Applicants must be available to work any assigned schedule. This position is overtime eligible.
The responsibilities of this classification include performing a wide variety of routine manual/labor tasks in support of the operation and maintenance functions and performing fully proficient light maintenance, small equipment repair and support tasks at a semi-skilled level for wastewater treatment plant buildings, grounds, and associated facilities.
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Eligibility Requirements:
Required Supplemental Materials to be reviewed by the Job Progression Promotion Review Board:
Job Progression Promotion Review Board
Part 1 - Written Test, Interviews, Demonstrations/Working Tests, Review Portfolio (including feedback from others on tasks).
Part 2 - Trial Service Period - those recommended for progression to Senior Operator by the Job Progression Promotion Review Board must successfully complete a 6-months Trial Service Period, at the employee's same site/crew.
Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by S.E.I.U., Wastewater Local 925.
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