Water/Wastewater Operator I - North Sound BOS

Subsidiary: KIRA Infrastructure

Job Title: Water/Wastewater Operator I

Work Location: North Sound BOS - NAS Whidbey, WA

Labor Category: Full-Time | Non-Exempt | CBA (Union Represented)

Clearance Level: N/A

Travel Requirement: N/A

Pay Rate: $42.42

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description-it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we support. Our growth fuels programs, services, and lasting value for the Tribe, making every success a shared one.

For over 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries has delivered essential services to federal clients across the globe. Whether supporting logistics, information technology, cyber security, or facilities operations, we are united by a shared mission: to create meaningful economic opportunity and growth of the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow - One Mission, One Team - With a Commitment to Serve

Scope of Work:

Provide operational support to the Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Responsibilities:

Water Plant Operations

• Operate and control treatment plant equipment to purify and clarify water for human or industrial use.
• Regulate flow of raw water and dosage of treatment chemicals (e.g., chlorine, polymer, fluoride) using electric motors, valves, and automated systems (SCADA/HMI).
• Monitor filtration and chemical mixing processes, adjust flow rates and pressure, and ensure proper water distribution.
• Perform backwashing, equipment cleaning, and routine maintenance using hand and power tools.
• Test water samples for acidity, turbidity, and chemical content using lab instruments.
• Record operational data and chemical levels. May also operate portable water-purification systems and assist with wastewater treatment as needed.

Wastewater Plant Operations

• Operate and monitor sewage treatment and sludge processing equipment to manage flow and treatment of wastewater.
• Adjust valves, gates, and controls (manual or remote) based on readings from gauges, meters, and test results.
• Start/stop pumps, engines, and generators to support various treatment stages (screening, aeration, digestion).
• Maintain logs of plant operations and meter readings.
• Direct plant attendants in routine tasks and perform water quality testing using lab equipment.
• Perform preventative, operational, and corrective maintenance as required.
• Ensure work areas are cleaned and restored after maintenance tasks are completed.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the job.
• Must possess current certification per WAC 173-230, Certification of Operators of Wastewater Treatment Plants, and additional licensure/certifications as required by the position, state, contract.
• Understanding safety procedures and ability to work in compliance with OSHA and workplace safety regulations.
• Operators at Wastewater Treatment Plant may be required to undergo the series of Hepatitis vaccinations.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 Public Trust background check, if required for the position.
• Must be able to maintain the ability to access the government worksite.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching for long periods of time.
• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around various hazards with appropriate PPE.
• Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• May be exposed to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, airborne particles or bloodborne pathogens, potential toxic or caustic chemicals, grease, smoke, gases, heat, cold, electrical currents, vibration, and other hazardous conditions including vehicular traffic and construction equipment

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and a 5-panel drug test, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Benefits:

We offer a flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, TRICARE Supplemental, critical illness coverage, employee discounts, wellness seminars, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, optional long-term disability, paid leave, a 401(k) plan, and identity theft protection to support your health and financial well-being. For represented positions, the benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you have a disability or medical condition and need reasonable accommodation, please inform the designated recruiter during the hiring process.