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News from King County Wastewater Treatment Division
 More than 1,600 tons of concrete was needed to create the new battery storage building foundation. Crews are working around the clock to quickly stand up the power system that will provide reliable power to clean wastewater at the region’s largest treatment plant.
A major Power Quality Improvement Project at West Point Treatment Plant is making quick progress to further protect water quality in Puget Sound. We recently began constructing the building that will house 88,284 pounds of batteries. This battery system will improve the quality of the power feeding the treatment plant’s equipment, making the plant better able to coast through the split-second power dips in voltage that can occur on the utility lines, especially during storms. This is one way King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is shoring up our systems for climate change. Read more.
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What did it take to become a female operator at a King County wastewater treatment plant? Ask Pam Restovic.
Thirty-seven years ago, Pam Restovic was attracted to what was then considered an unconventional career path for a woman. She became an operator of a wastewater treatment plant because it offered a steady job and an opportunity to protect the environment. She’s operated three of King County’s largest treatment plants, and has earned her way to the top of her trade in the male-dominated field. “I’ve seen a lot of change. There are more opportunities for women, and it’s very rewarding for me to hear that,” reflects Pam. “Some young people have come to me and said, ‘You’ve been an inspiration,’ and it gets to my heart.” Read Pam’s story here.
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Georgetown Wet Weather Station made it through the Seattle winter!
Spring is here, and we can proudly say that Georgetown Wet Weather Treatment Station made it through its first Seattle winter! The plant has come online several times already, cleaning millions of gallons of polluted stormwater runoff that would have otherwise flowed directly into the Duwamish River and Puget Sound. Our WTD teams are busy optimizing the station so it can do the best job possible protecting public health and the environment with excellent water quality. Take a Virtual Tour.
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Ever wanted to tour a wastewater treatment plant? Now’s your chance!
Ever wonder what happens after you turn on the tap or flush the toilet? Take a tour of King County’s Brightwater Treatment Plant and learn how we transform wastewater into valuable resources, and how our everyday choices about what we send down the drain matter. Participants must be at least 9 years old. Sign up here.
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Come celebrate Earth Day with RainWise at a garden celebration on Saturday, April 22 from 10 am – 1 pm. at Peace Lutheran Church in West Seattle. RainWise, a joint partnership between King County Wastewater Treatment Division and Seattle Public Utilities, is excited to welcome West Seattle back into the green stormwater infrastructure reimbursement program.
You’ll get a chance to check out Peace Lutheran’s RainWise installation that captures rainwater from over 6,500 square feet of roof area! In addition to RainWise, a variety of experts will have information on pollinators, edible gardening, natural yard care, noxious weeds, and other financial incentives available for greening your property.
Activities for kids and refreshments are available. Register here.
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King County Wastewater Treatment Division protects public health and the environment by collecting and cleaning wastewater while recovering valuable resources for a healthy Puget Sound Region.
Our award-winning agency offers careers in a wide range of fields. Come join one of the premiere wastewater treatment agencies in the nation.
For a complete list of jobs with King County, visit: Job Opportunities | Sorted by Job Title ascending | King County Careers (governmentjobs.com)
Jobs for Clean Water: Career Events
Are you a young person interested in jobs that protect human health and the environment? King County Wastewater Treatment Division is hosting two career events to introduce teens to the variety of careers available that help keep our water clean. Professionals will be leading short sessions to share details about their job, their career story, and advice for getting hired. The sessions will be interactive and include time to ask questions.
WHEN?
Online: Saturday, April 22: 10 am – noon
In-person, Renton: Saturday, May 6: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (includes lunch!)
Click the links above to register. Each event will have different professionals attending so youth can participate in both events.
- If you have at least 10 teens who would like to attend the May 6th event, we can provide *free bus transportation* to and from the event.
- We will also be sharing information about our paid Clean Water Ambassadors internship for high school youth happening this summer!
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