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Bodwé Professional Services Group · 1 day ago

Drinking Water System Operator

Lapwai, ID

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Bodwé Professional Services Group is a professional services firm committed to supporting the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. They are seeking a Drinking Water System Operator responsible for ensuring safe water distribution, maintaining compliance with regulations, and performing operational support activities related to community water systems.

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Responsibilities

Ensuring safe, potable water distribution

Maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and tribal rules and regulations

Performing routine and emergency operations and maintenance tasks

Supporting BIA and Northern Idaho Agency (NIA) staff in system oversight and compliance

Provide the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) with reports of activities and duties performed, including hours worked

Coordinate activities with Northern Idaho Agency (NIA) staff

Submit site visit reports to BIA within 48 hours after completion of each trip

Perform system checks, data collection, sampling, monitoring, and reporting in accordance with federal and state guidelines

Conduct water quality sampling and submit required reports

Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot system equipment

Perform recordkeeping and regulatory reporting to applicable agencies

Be available to assist during emergencies affecting the BIA drinking water system

Respond to system failures, contamination events, power outages, and main breaks as required

Provide services to upgrade, maintain, or repair the BIA treatment and distribution system on a cost-reimbursable basis

Submit receipts for reimbursement of materials purchased

Qualification

Bachelor’s DegreeIdaho Drinking Water LicenseWater Quality SamplingRegulatory ComplianceSCADA SystemsGroundwater TreatmentComputer SkillsTechnical ReportingCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Public Health, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience

Valid Idaho Drinking Water System Operator License at the appropriate classification level

Completion of required continuing education to maintain Drinking Water System Operator certification

Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in drinking water system operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance

Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining community water systems, including groundwater treatment and distribution systems

Proven experience performing water quality sampling, monitoring, and regulatory reporting in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act

Experience responding to routine and emergency operational issues, including main breaks, power outages, equipment failures, and water quality incidents

Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies, tribal, federal, and local stakeholders

Experience preparing detailed technical reports, inspection documentation, and compliance records

Thorough knowledge of federal and state drinking water regulations (EPA, Idaho DEQ)

Proficiency in water quality sampling techniques, laboratory coordination, and data interpretation

Strong understanding of groundwater treatment processes, distribution system hydraulics, storage tanks, and pressure zones

Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot pumps, valves, meters, and related treatment and distribution equipment

Proficiency with SCADA systems, remote monitoring tools, and computerized maintenance or asset management systems

Advanced computer skills, including use of email, spreadsheets, word processing, photo documentation, electronic reporting systems, and digital file management

Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, chemical handling, confined space entry, and lockout/tagout procedures

Ability to clearly communicate technical information and corrective actions through written reports and verbal briefings

Must have Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel

Must have valid driver's license