Portland Bureau of Environmental Services

Many of the improvements part of our Secondary Treatment Expansion Program (STEP) — the large improvement project at the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment plant since the 1970s — are beginning to take shape. Highlights include two new, larger clarifiers to increase biological treatment capacity, a new biosolids processing facility with more effective extraction technologies, and new multi-use buildings and storage areas - all designed with sustainability of construction and operation in mind. STEP increases the capacity, resilience, and efficiency of the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant, advancing our mission to protect public health and the environment.

The application period for the Wastewater Operator-in-Training program is open. Apply by the end of the day on September 30, 2024. A career in wastewater operations is in high demand, offering excellent employment prospects and job security. Qualified operators are needed in communities all around the country. This growing field presents many opportunities for career advancement and contributes to protecting public health and the environment. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gG3GvDWw

To minimize traffic delays for the 47 truckloads of concrete, 15 craft workers, including four apprentices, began work at 3:30 AM this past Monday. A total of 465 cubic yards of concrete was poured for one of the final large concrete slabs for the Secondary Treatment Expansion Program (STEP) - the largest improvement project at the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant since the 1970s. This pour was for our new SOLO (Solids Handling Load Out) facility. SOLO will replace the current 'sludge hoppers' and is part of a new biosolids processing complex that will add capacity and operational resiliency at the plant.

Environmental Services works to protect public health, water quality, and the environment - and we're hiring! We are seeking talented individuals for a wide range of roles, such as Accounting Supervisor, Wastewater Operator II, Environmental Manager, and more. Learn more about these and other positions at https://lnkd.in/eiS5SkQ

It's #NationalInternDay, a day to thank and honor hardworking interns!   Today was also our Annual Pretreatment Awards, where Environmental Services recognizes industrial customers who are committed to protecting the environment and keeping our rivers, streams, and watersheds healthy.   At the awards ceremony, Keon Kiser, an engineer trainee and intern at Environmental Services, presented to our award-winning industrial customers on how industrial pretreatment facilities protect Portland's wastewater infrastructure and environment.

We are currently accepting applications for a Wastewater Operator II. This position will perform journey-level work in the operation and routine maintenance of our wastewater treatment plants. Learn more and apply at: https://lnkd.in/gzpct7Uu

We're hiring! Learn more about careers at Environmental Services, why it's a great place to work, and how to apply for job opportunities at https://lnkd.in/gP9G8vY8

Who is Portland Public Works? Our three bureaus—Portland Bureau of Transportation, Portland Water Bureau, and Portland Bureau of Environmental Services—are a diverse group of talented and passionate public works professionals who do everything from paving roads to treating our drinking water. We manage stormwater and wastewater, balance budgets, protect and improve our natural resources, design, build, and inspect projects, and much more. Happy #NationalPublicWorksWeek.

It's #NationalSkilledTradesDay, a day to raise awareness of opportunities available in skilled trades and celebrate the skilled tradespeople who keep our world running. Environmental Services regularly has open recruitments for rewarding careers in the skilled trades. Check out our current openings in the link below.

Welcome Priya Dhanapal, P.E., the City of Portland's new Deputy City Administrator for Public Works! Public Works includes Environmental Services, Portland Bureau of Transportation, and Portland Water Bureau. Priya's career in public works management spans over two decades and is marked by a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation. Learn more about the City of Portland's new leadership team in the link below.