Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority

Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority IS NOT on any type of boil water notice. We are still asking that our customer Utilities request that automatic sprinkler systems be turned off right now and that the filling of pools be deferred until the first week of June. Other than that all other residential and commercial uses are good to go.

Benton County Water Authority #5 did issue a precautionary boil water order yesterday. They are not part of BWRPWA

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There appears to be lot of misinformation going on with regards to BWRPWA and the response to the on-going disaster on social media. First and foremost, there is not a current danger of anyone in the 17 systems that we serve not having potable water. Yes there were power issues at our intake facility but all of that has been rectified and both our intake and plant are on commercial power running at full capacity. At no time did any of the 17 systems we provide water to, run out due to our storage systems running out. There may have been mitigating circumstances on the customer system side, but it was not because the supply ran out. The conservation measures we requested from our customers included two items. Turn off automatic lawn and irrigations systems and request that filling pools be delayed a week. I have seen posts that say the one system or another is running out, or has a limited supply, and that statement is not accurate. We are currently managing the system so that all of our customers have safe potable water being delivered to them and then to their customers. It is going to take us several days to completely fill all components of our storage system, but we are currently able to meet all of our customers' normal household and residential needs and industrial needs at this time. The response to this disaster has been a well coordinated and well worked response between BWRPWA, our customer systems, and Carroll Electric to keep all of you in safe clean water. Consequently anything posted on social media without context and not posted by BWRPWA staff, those posts are nothing more than conjecture, speculation, and misinformation by uniformed individuals. For more information on BWRPWA please go to bwrpwa.com

Scott Borman G.M
Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority

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The Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority is now accepting applications for 2 (two) Summer Temporary Employees. Primary duties will be mowing, operating w**d eaters, clearing fence lines, clearing right of way, and other duties as assigned. The period for this Temporary Employment will be June 3, 2024 through August 13, 2024. As this is a temporary position, no benefits will be offered. The pay for this position will be from $17.00 per hour up to $20.00 per hour depending on experience and the work hours will be 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday

The minimum requirements for the position are:
1. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age at time of hire
2. Must have a valid Arkansas or Missouri Driver's license and a clean driving record
3. Must have reliable transportation to the worksite on a daily basis
4. Must be able to pass a DOT Drug Test prior to any employment offer will be made

TO APPLY - go to the BWRPWA website, www.bwrpwa.com and go to the Career Opportunities Link on the main page. Open that page and complete the Application provided. NO OTHER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND DO NOT APPLY THROUGH FACEBOOK MESSAGING! The Application link will be available after 4/24/2024 and until 5/13/2024.

Interviews for selected applicants will be done the week of May 13, 2024

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Beautiful day in NWA to get some necessary tie-ins done. Connecting new yard piping to existing piping

Some aerial shots of the 54" welded steel line installation as this end of the project proceeds west from the plant to Hwy 62

BENTON WASHINGTON REGIONAL PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY
AVAILABLE POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT – ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE
If you are looking to start a career in the Public Utility Sector, in the rapidly growing area of Northwest Arkansas, here is your opportunity. The Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority has a current open position for an Electrical Apprentice. This position is Full Time (40 hours per week) and the normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. New hires are eligible for Full Benefits after 30 days of employment. These benefits include Health Insurance, Company Paid Vision, Dental, and Life Insurances, Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Uniforms, and Company paid required electrical coursework and water utility training. After one year of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan with 6% matching deposits and are eligible for Tuition assistance in pursuing additional secondary education courses or degree programs.
The minimum requirements for employment at BWRPWA are as follows: You must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or equivalent. You must currently have a clean driving record and have reliable transportation. Applicants must be able to attend training classes at NWACC or NTI, and some additional training may involve overnight travel and/or attending evening/night courses. All applicants will have a criminal history background check performed on them, and all applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen test before any offer of employment is made. Pursuant to Arkansas ACT 593, this position has been deemed as Safety Sensitive Positions. Additional job specific requirements can be seen below.
BWRPWA is seeking an individual, who through training and coursework, seeks to become a licensed Journeyman Electrician. Under supervision of a Supervisory Master Electrician, this individual will work on the Authority’s water treatment plant, transmission system, and other associated facilities. This includes working on system appurtenances, including but not limited to pumps, motors, chemical feed systems, treatment plant instrumentation, plant electrical systems, PLC systems, SCADA systems, and office network systems. This work also includes working in proximity of 4160 volts and below power, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and the employee must have the ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in confined spaces, work at levels approximately 150 feet above ground level, be able to differentiate colors, and become familiar with all pertinent safety equipment as it applies to doing this type of work.
This position is an entry level position and requires no prior experience. However, all applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age, be a High School graduate or have a GED equivalency, have a desire and ability to learn, and be able to work and attend classes as required.
This position also requires that the employee be able to obtain a minimum of an Arkansas Department of Health Level 4 Water Treatment and a Level 4 Water Distribution License within 36 months of their starting date. All coursework necessary for obtaining the Electrical Journeyman License and Water Licenses will be paid for 100% by BWRPWA.
The starting pay range for this position is $20.00 ($41,600 annually) per hour ($52,000 annually) to $25.00 per hour ($52,000 annually) depending on experience, training, and current licensing.

To apply for the Electrical Apprentice Position, please follow the steps below:

1. Send a cover letter introduction and briefly describe your related job experience as it relates to the position. Also include a current resume with complete job history, educational history, include at least 3 work references, and any pertinent licensing information. The cover letter and resume can be sent one of the following ways:

2. Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]

3. Use the US Postal Service and mail your cover letter and resume to: BWRPWA
C/O Natan Hooper
15531 Woods Lodge Rd Rogers AR 72756-9088.

Go to www.bwrpwa.com for more information

This position will remain open until filled. The Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority
Open Position Notice
Job Title: IT/OT Technician

Job Summary
The IT/OT Tech position works on the Authority's Water Treatment Plant, distribution system, and other facilities. This position requires fieldwork and office work. The job duties include, but are
not limited to, working on the following system apparatuses:
• Motors
• Chemical Feed systems
• Instrumentation
• Electrical systems
• PLC's, RTU's, & HMI's
• SCADA systems
• Network systems and equipment (Routers, Switches, WiFi, Printers, etc)
• Security systems
This position would prefer that the applicant has experience with the duties listed above, but the Authority will provide training to the right individual. Regular working hours (40) are Monday through Friday, 0700 to 1530 hours, at the Authority's Water
Treatment Plant. Because the treatment facility operates 24 hours a day - seven days a week, this position will require that work sometimes occur on nights, weekends, and holidays and can include work not only at the treatment plant but also at any of the Authority's facilities located in Benton and Washington Counties.
The IT/OT Tech position is under the direct supervision of the IT/OT and Electrical Supervisor.

Physical Requirements
• Able to pick up a minimum of 50 pounds at waist height and handle that load without injury or loss of control.
• Able to climb up and down stairs, ramps, and ladders. They must utilize the proper safety equipment to climb water towers and work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Able to utilize all required safety equipment and procedures for entry and working in confined spaces.
• Able to work outdoors safely in all weather conditions in Northwest Arkansas.
• Able to perform and complete assigned shift work, including work during nights, weekends, and holidays if called upon.
• Must be familiar with MSDS documents and know how to read, interpret, and implement the information necessary to safely maintain and handle chemicals, chemical containers, and chemical feed equipment. The employee is also responsible for correctly
utilizing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other
provided safety equipment when required.

Minimum Requirements
• Must have ability to acquire a minimum of an Arkansas Class 4 Water Distribution Operator License and a Class 4 Water Treatment Operator License within 24 months of the hiring date.
• Responsible for maintaining all required records for work completed and ensuring that tools,
parts, and supplies are cleaned, organized, and inventoried as directed.
• Responsible for ensuring that all work areas are maintained clean and orderly.

General Requirements
• Must consistently demonstrate above-average communication and human relations skills, specifically how they relate to other Authority Personnel, Authority Directors, Member's Facilities, Regulatory Personnel, and the General Public.
• Must assist the IT/OT and Electrical Supervisor, and Master Electrician in performing their daily duties promptly and correctly.
• Will perform other duties as the General Manager or Supervisor assigns.
• Must have and retain a valid Arkansas or Missouri Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Must conduct themselves professionally and conform to the Authority's policies and procedures as outlined in the Personnel Handbook.

Per Act 593 enacted in 2017 by the Arkansas Legislature and signed by the Governor of Arkansas, and because the Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority produces potable water for public
consumption, which requires the use of hazardous chemicals and other hazardous working conditions: all employment positions, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal/temporary jobs with the
Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority are deemed as "Safety Sensitive Positions". As such, no employee can use or be under the influence of medical ma*****na or other prescribed
cannabis products while at the workplace and performing their designated job functions.

Additional Work Conditions
The Authority reserves the right to test any employee for operational proficiency, controlled substances, or alcohol consumption at the sole discretion of the Authority and without prior notice to the employee.
All IT/OT Tech applicants will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and Pre- Employment Drug Testing before the Authority offers employment.
The Benton/Washington Regional Public Water Authority is an at-will employer. Starting pay up to $30 per hour (depending on experience and licensing)
Please send resumes to [email protected] or visit bwrpwa.com to apply

Well looks like we have received all of our yard piping (yellow pipe) and enough of the transmission line (blue pipe) along with the valves and fittings. This Monday, March 4, 2024, BWRPWA contractors (Kajacs) will begin installing all the 54" inch welded steel transmission line and the 40-60 inch welded steel yard piping to connect our new storage facilities and future High Service Pump station. Making progress to continue to serve our 17 wholesale systems and the almost 150,000 customers that they have!

Getting Close to completing the roof installation on new 4 MG Composite Elevated Tank here at the treatment plant

Washington Water Authority is currently accepting resumes for the position of Executive Director. WWA is a s a medium size (approx 8,000+ meters) Urban / Rural Water system covering a large portion of Washington County AR and is a wholesale customer of BWRPWA. For more information please contact Stephanie Eiland at WWA at 479-267-2111

Washington Water Authority
Position Description
Functional Title: Executive Director

Exempt (Y/N): Yes Department: Administration
Date: January 2024 Reports To: Washington Water Authority Board

SUMMARY
The Executive Director is responsible for the management and direction of the Washington Water
Authority (WWA). The Executive Director reports to the Water Authority Board (Board). The Executive
Director meets with developers, Federal, State and Local government officials as it relates WWA’s
Long- Term Plan within the Washington Water Authority district.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provide annual, monthly, weekly, and daily direction for Washington Water Authority managers,
supervisors, and staff.

2. Prepare and monitor annual and monthly budgets along with the Office Manager.

3. Meet with Board to provide insight on the Authority’s business and service operations.

4. Meet with developers to review proposed water service lines and meter locations to ensure water
service lines/meters, development plans and locations for new developments/projects are in
accordance with WWA’s Long-Term Plan.
5. Meet with Federal, State and Local government and road officials/representatives to ensure
water service lines/meters, development plans and locations for new developments/projects are in
accordance with the WWA’s Long-Term Plan.

6. Make recommendations for the purchase of equipment and large expenditure supplies.

7. Make recommendations for additional staff as the water authority grows to meet increasing
customer growth demands.

8. Provide direction and support for the Executive Director as it relates to finances, securing
funds, loans, Account Receivable, Accounts Payable, operations, staff management, project
management and audits.

9. Perform other related duties as necessary.

10. Ensure that WWA’s Core Values are adopted and followed.
11. Align the day-to-day operations with WWA’s mission, vision, and Long-Term Plan.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Annual budget $ 3.8MM
Facilities/Equipment 25.5MM

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises employees through subordinate supervisors in the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the department's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
COMMUNICATION
The Executive Director is the mouthpiece of WWA. The Executive Director shall provide respectful, clear, and concise communication to: Personnel, the Board, Attorneys, Governmental Personnel, Engineers, Utility Companies, Contractors, Funding Agencies, Auditors, and Customers.
SUCCESSION PLANNING
The Executive Director is responsible for the creation and maintenance of a continuity of operations plan. They shall ensure every employee knows their role and the role one step above them. There shall be a written plan for all infrastructure. The plan shall include the current state of infrastructure, weaknesses, future improvements, and planned modifications to infrastructure.
LEADERSHIP
The Executive Director must possess the ability to lead personnel responsible for maintaining the operation of WWA. The Executive Director shall ensure the development of employees at every level.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Four-year academic program with at least 120 college credits from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and ten years of business/governmental operational experience with at least five of the years being in executive management.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES
Ability to effectively communicate. Ability to lead and develop employees. Ability to research data and know where to obtain data. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with employees, customers, and vendors. Ability to make decisions in a timely manner. Must have analytical ability, initiative, and problem-solving ability.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to research and write comprehensive analysis/studies. Ability to create and deliver effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to understand and present advanced mathematical and statistical analysis of complex datasets.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

USE OF COMPUTERS, SOFTWARE and EQUIPMENT
Must have the ability to operate modern electronics. Must possess the leadership skills to
interpret and deliver analysis and/or other reports generated from specialized software programs
utilized by WWA.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The
employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this position include close, distance and color vision, depth perception,
peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving
mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather
conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

For those of you who are interested, we will begin raising the tank bowl on the 4MG CET at 8 AM on Thursday (1/11/24) morning. The process will take several hours and should be completed Thursday afternoon. You can also monitor the progress of the lift at bwrpwa.com under New Construction. We have a live feed on this page.

TANK HOIST POSTPONED
Due to a hydraulic pump failure, the tank hoist has been postponed until at least Wednesday January 10. The weather expected to move in tommorrow may alter that further, We will keep you updated.

UPDATE ON 4 MG TANK BOWL LIFT

Due to the weather forecast for Monday the contractor has moved the Tank Bowl lift to begin this Sunday morning at 9 AM. As I stated before, this will be a slow moving process and will take most of the day to complete. I know there has been area interest in this process, but any observation of this process will need to be outside of the BWRPWA perimeter fence and please do not cause any traffic issues on Woods Lodge Rd. There will be significant truck and construction traffic that morning.

The Center for Water Security and Cooperation (CWSC) is pleased to invite you to participate in our Household Questionnaire. As a water consumer, your experiences and insights play a crucial role in helping us understand and improve water utility service. We want to get to know a little about you, any concerns you may have, and suggestions for improvement. The questionnaire is designed to be convenient and accessible at any time. Please take a few minutes to take the survey, let's work together to continually improve water service to you. Thank you!

The link to the survey can be found below.

Benton-Washington Counties, Household Questionnaire This survey is being conducted for the purpose of understanding the access and affordability needs of your community, including how water shutoffs impact your household. We appreciate your open and honest responses, and intend to use this information to inform the development of new policies and pro...

As some of you have asked about when they are going to lift the 4 MG welded steel tank up the pedestal to full height, as of now, the bowl lift is tentatively scheduled to be on Monday January 8, 2023. This is a slow process and will take a few hours to complete. In addition, this lift is weather dependent and right now the weather forecast is for rain and 30 mph winds. If that holds then, the lift will be delayed. Just wanted to gaye everyone a heads up on this project since so many have expressed interest. Let me know if you have any questions and I will let all of you know of schedule changes as they occur.

A picture and a Video from our Highway 62 Hand Bore this morning. The picture shows the laser alignment line that the crews are using inside the bore to keep the direction correct. The second is a short video of the crew working inside the casing doing the actual excavation. Think I need to contact Mike Rowe on this for a dirty jobs episode lol.

Getting closer our new 4 MG Composite Elevated Tank with Logos starting to go on today. Scheduled to raise the bowl to top of pedestal around December 11. Hard to judge the actual size by a photo, but the logo is 30 x30 feet lol

Here are some pictures from the 72" Highway 62 Bore. This is a 300 foot bore being hand dug. The tracks you see on the bottom are for the trolley that they use to remove the dirt from the casing as it is pushed forward. Quite the process and originally scheduled for a 2 month bore, it's turning into about a 10 day job as they did not encounter any significant rock! Quite the process to observe!

Crews are just starting on the Hwy 62 Bore near Avoca. We are installing a 72 inch casing pipe on a 300 foot bore under Hwy 62, the Railroad, and an additional side street. The interesting thing about this bore is that is being hand dug approximately 15 to 21 feet under the road. This is a 2 month project with crews operating 24 hours a day to complete the bore. Once completed the casing will house our new 54 inch welded steel line going to Decatur AR to meet the ever increasing demands of NW Arkansas. We will also be adding an additional 10 MG Concrete storage tank once the new line reaches it's termination point.

Out going BWRPWA Board Chairman Mike Taggart from the Bella Vista Property Owners Associated was honored at the August 2023 Board of Directors and presented a plaque by incoming BWRPWA Board Chairman James Boston for his years of service to BWRPWA. Mike began serving on the Board as a Director in 2008, served as Vice-Chairman from 2012 to 2016 and as BWRPWA Board Chairman from 2016 to 2023. His years of dedication and service helping to guide BWRPWA through this period of growth and growing system demands is greatly appreciated. We wish Mike good fortune and best wishes for all his future endeavors and he has our gratitude for all that he has done over the last 15 years.

54 inch valves have been delivered! Each one weighs 17,000 lbs and is 108 inches tall (9 ft). Serving growing populations takes big equipment!

Just about to start Dome pour on new 3MG Clearwell. Will start at 2AM tomorrow and pour in one continuous pour until complete. 4MG Composite Elevated Tank has final bowl ring added and is being welded into place. Once welding completed, paint crews will move in and once painting is completed, the entire bowl will be lifted onto the pedestal currently hidden by the Bowl structure.

Bird's eye view of Construction on 2 new storage facilities. Notice the scaffolding and form system being used to form the concrete dome top of the new 3 MG Clearwell. being built by Preload.

Tank bowl needs one more row of steel plates added to complete the lower bowl sections, after which the painting crews will move in. This is a 4MG Composite Elevated Tank being constructed by Landmark which when completed will be the largest composite tank in the US

Projects moving along! Starting to lay the forms for the dome on the new 3MG Clearwell and ready to add last two rows of steel on the tank bowl on our new 4MG Composite Elevated Tank.

OPEN POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Due to the retirement of a 24 year employee and an internal promotion, The Benton Washington Regional Public Water Authority is currently accepting resumes / applications for the position of Lead Maintenance Specialist. This is a salaried Supervisory position that involves maintenance activities and overseeing maintenance activities on a potable water treatment plant and water transmission system. Work includes, but is not limited to, maintenance on pumps, motors, storage facilities, control valves, motors, drives, and other appurtenances. This work is typically performed Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM through 3:30 PM, with occasional weekend and /or holiday work required. The position minimum requirements are listed below.
Minimum Job Requirements:
1. Applicant must have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in operating and maintaining a public water supply distribution system that includes storage facilities, pumps, motors, and control valve operations. It is preferred that at least 2 of those years are in a Supervisory role.
2. Applicant must have in possession a current Grade 4 Water Distribution License, or equivalent, and have the ability to obtain a Grade 4 Water Treatment License within one year of hire.
3. The Applicant must have a clean driving record, pass a Criminal History Background Check, and pass a pre-employment offer DOT 13 panel drug test.
4. They must be able to climb up and down stairs, ramps, ladders, and properly enter confined spaces associated with the Authority’s worksites. They must be able to climb up to a height of 250 feet on elevated storage tanks utilizing proper safety equipment. They must also be able to work outdoors safely in all weather conditions that can occur in Northwest Arkansas.
5. Must be able to safely operate motorized equipment Including but not limited to Company trucks, man-lifts, forklifts, lawn mowers, tractors, pumps, generators, lawn trimmers.
6. The Lead Maintenance Specialist position is deemed safety sensitive under Arkansas Act 593.
Job Benefits and Pay
1. Salary Range for this position is $77,500 to $105,500 annually. The expected starting range is $77,500 to $88,900 annually but is adjustable depending on Licensing and experience.
2. This position will have a Company assigned vehicle and cell phone.
3. Health Insurance is a 26% / 74% Employee / Company split on premiums, Dental. Vision, and Life Insurance Policy is 100% Company Paid. All Insurance benefits start 30 days after start of employment.
4. BWRPWA Retirement Plan is a 457 Plan with a 6% Company Match
5. Vacation and Sick Time start accruing on the first day, and the first 2 years are 2 weeks paid vacation time annually and increases annually up to 4 weeks annually.
6. Paid Military leave time if in National Guard There are several methods to apply for this position.
1. Go to www.bwrpwa.com and complete the on-line job application which also has the ability to attach a resume.
2. Email your resume with a complete work history and education to both [email protected] and [email protected].
3. Mail your Resume by USPS to BWRPWA c/o Jana Wright 15531 Woods Lodge Rd Rogers AR 72756-9088
This position will remain open until filled and resumes will be reviewed as they are received. A full Job Description is available at www.bwrpwa.com and BWRPWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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