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BioSolids Technician
Non-Union Position
WTR-Operations Staff-Sunriver 1; Sunriver,Oregon (US-OR)
Regular FT, Non-Exempt
Posting # 5523
About Us:
NW Natural Water owns and operates water and wastewater utilities in communities throughout Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Since 2018, we have acquired more than 30 utilities and today serve more than 190,000 people via 76,000 connections.
Our parent company, NW Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), is headquartered in Portland, Oregon and has been doing business for over 165 years. The company operates through NW Natural Gas Company (NW Natural), SiEnergy Operating (SiEnergy), NW Natural Water Company (NW Natural Water), NW Natural Renewables Holdings (NW Natural Renewables), and other business interests, serving a combined population of over 2.6 million people.
NW Natural Holdings’ Texas operations are some of the fastest growing utilities in the nation, where our focus is on supporting developers by providing essential services to new communities. Our highly driven out-of-the-box thinkers are motivated to meet developer/builder timelines and requirements and pride themselves on partnerships with the developers, builders, and communities we serve.
The Role:
Works under general supervision performing a variety of skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of water, wastewater, and biosolids facilities. Responsibilities include compost production using biosolids and organic materials, operation of heavy equipment, customer interactions, and compliance with State and Federal regulations. Performs field, operational, and customer-facing duties while supporting overall facility operations.
Day to Day:
- Produce a compost mix using ground wood material and biosolids from the treatment plant.
- Operate heavy equipment used to produce compost, maintain the site, and sell finished product to the general public and landscapers.
- Provide customer service to the public, including handling cash transactions.
- Communicate effectively with the supervisor, accounts receivable clerk, and other operators at the technical level required for the position.
- Comply with all safety policies and participate in specialized training related to the safe operation of heavy equipment.
- Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations governing the operation and maintenance of a compost and irrigation facility.
- Compile maintenance records and coordinate, perform, and document repairs and preventative maintenance on irrigation and farm equipment.
- Comply with all NWN Water policies, procedures, safety regulations, and grooming and uniform standards.
Come on your first day with:
- High school education or equivalent.
- Two or more years relevant field work experience, including demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment sufficient to safely and independently perform job duties.
- Possess basic math skills.
- Legible handwriting.
- Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Working Conditions:
The working environment will vary from extreme outdoor conditions to indoor job duties. Safety procedures must always be followed, as worker may be exposed to vehicle traffic, slippery ground conditions, and possible unfriendly domestic pets. Worker will be continually exposed to hazardous materials, confined space, electrical components and heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, sewer flushing and transporting vehicles. Worker must be in a physical condition that will allow access into sewer manholes and any number of holding tanks and basins in a water/wastewater plant, also allow access to meters, meter repair, and assigned work areas.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness –
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance –
- Start at 20 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 13 paid holidays
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
Financial –
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Base salary range:$30.69 – $46.65 per hour, depending on qualifications
Application Process:To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
https://www.careers.nwnatural.com/nwnaturalwater
Deadline:5/10/26
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural Water participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
E-Verify Information
NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural Water’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
NW Natural Water does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural Water valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural Water HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural Water. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural Water as a result of the referral or through other means.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any federal, state or locally protected class.
We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
