Posted: 7/30/25
Salary:  Competative salary depends on experience
Location:  Nehalem, OR

Application Deadline:  August 30th, 2025

Neahkahnie Water District is currently recruiting qualified applicants to fill a District System Operator position.

General Position Summary:

• Operator must reside within 30 minutes response time of the office
• Operator may be ‘on call’ 24/7 and is compensated at 2 hours/day when on call.
• Certification preferred but applicant must be willing to obtain Oregon level one certification for type 1 (distribution) and type 2 (treatment) within 6 months of hire
• Must have an Oregon driver license in good standing or obtain one within 2 months of hire
• The System Operator is responsible for the safe, legal, and efficient operation and maintenance of all the district’s infrastructure, including the water storage, treatment, usage, and distribution equipment and tools necessary for the work.
• The System Operator must be knowledgeable in computer usage. Suggested programs to be Word, Excel, SCADA. Knowledge in both Apple and PC computers helpful.

For more details see District website www.nknwd.org

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Associate degree minimum in water treatment or related subjects OR
• Any combination of education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates equivalent requirements may be considered at the discretion of the Board.
• Present certification for at least level 1 water treatment and distribution per OHA is an advantage

Detailed job description can be found on the District's website: nknwd.org Benefits: paid vacation, health insurance, District matching IRA contribution, sick leave.

How to Apply:

To be considered please submit a letter of introduction, resume, and completed application by email or postal service to: Neahkahnie Water District District Operator Hiring Process 9155 Nehalem Road Nehalem, OR 97131 Email: nwdmanager@nehalemtel.net Phone: 503-368-7309