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OAWU Annual Spirit Mountain Casino Operator’s Conference

August 14, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: October 31, 2023 @ 7:30 am – November 2, 2023 @ 3:15 pm
Where: Spirit Mountain Casino, 27100 SW Salmon River Hwy, Grand Ronde OR 97347

CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION ESAC #TBA Earn Up to 2.0 in Water and Wastewater Full Conference is Tuesday–Thursday, Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2023 This conference has a variety of concurrent classes available with the ability to earn up to 2.0 CEUs in Water and Wastewater. For specific CEUs possible, please see the Attendee flier for […]

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2024 OAWU Annual Spirit Mountain Casino Operator’s Conference – Exhibitor Registration

August 14, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: November 6, 2024 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Spirit Mountain Casino, Event Center A, 27100 Salmon River Highway, Grand Ronde OR 97347

EXHIBITING DAY – November 6Exhibit Booth Space The Spirit Mountain Casino provides complimentary Wi-Fi internet access.Standard Booths are in Event Center ABooth spaces/tables will not be assigned; it is a first come first served basis.Package pricing includes a 4’x8′ booth space with table, electrical access and free Wi-Fi.Additional company representatives are $175 each.Register now by […]

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Developing Your O&M Manual and/or Leak Detection

August 2, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: November 29, 2023 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Yamhill County Fairgrounds, Lewis Pavilion, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave., McMinnville OR 97128

Developing Your Operations & Maintenance Manual Time: 8:30am – 12:30pm CEUs: 0.4 Total Water/WW/OS    ESAC #5805 Cost: $135 for Members / $185 for Non-Members Description: This class will assist the water and wastewater system operator in outlining the specific points in developing the draft of the operations and maintenance manual. Step by step, each […]

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Distribution Basics

August 2, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: November 28, 2023 @ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Where: Turner Fire District – Training Room, 7605 3rd Street, Turner OR 97392

Date: November 28, 2023 Time: 9:00am – 4:30 pm   (Lunch 12-1, on your own) Cost: $175 Members, $225 Non-Members CEUs: 0.6 Water   ESAC #4117 Course Description: This class will assist water and system operators in understanding installation, inspections, skills for those everyday routine operations and troubleshooting the emergency. Attendees will learn hydraulic principles, installation, repairs […]

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Confined Space & Jobsite Safety

August 2, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: November 8, 2023 @ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Where: City of Eagle Point, Ashpole Community Center, 17 S. Buchanan Ave., Eagle Point OR 97524

Date: November 8, 2023 Time: 8:00am – 3:30 pm   (Lunch 12-1, on your own) Cost: $175 Members, $225 Non-Members CEUs: 0.6 Water/Wastewater/Onsite   ESAC #4331 Course Description: OSHA safety requirements for working in and around excavations and confined spaces. Competent Person and employee/employer requirements. Instructor: Scott Berry, Tim Tice – OAWU REGISTRATION POLICY: OAWU reserves the […]

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Distribution Basics

July 11, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: October 11, 2023 @ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Where: City of Lake Oswego, Willow Room B, 17601 Pilkington Rd., Lake Oswego OR 97034

Date: October 11, 2023 Time: 9:00am – 4:30 pm   (Lunch 12-1, on your own) Cost: $175 Members, $225 Non-Members CEUs: 0.6 Water   ESAC #4117 Course Description: This class will assist water and system operators in understanding installation, inspections, skills for those everyday routine operations and troubleshooting the emergency. Attendees will learn hydraulic principles, installation, repairs […]

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29th Annual Summer Classic Conference – Attendee Registration

June 7, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: August 21, 2023 @ 8:00 am – August 24, 2023 @ 12:15 pm
Where: Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave, Seaside OR 97138

CONFERENCE EVENTS & INFORMATION Monday, August 21, 2023 Pre-Conference Classes For those who want to earn extra CEUs, register for one of the Monday sessions. For more information, see the Monday Pre-Conference Schedule on page 2 and registration on page 7. Tuesday–Thursday, August 22-24, 2023 Full Conference Classes, CEUs and Meals Tuesday-Thursday includes a variety of concurrent […]

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Distribution Basics

June 1, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: September 19, 2023 @ 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Where: City of Baker City, Council Chambers, 1655 First Street, Baker City OR 97814

Date: September 19, 2023 Time: 9:00am – 4:30 pm   (Lunch 12-1, on your own) Cost: $175 Members, $225 Non-Members CEUs: 0.6 Water   ESAC #4117 Course Description: This class will assist water and system operators in understanding installation, inspections, skills for those everyday routine operations and troubleshooting the emergency. Attendees will learn hydraulic principles, installation, repairs […]

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2024 Golf Registration – Attendees

May 18, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: August 23, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Gearhart Golf Links, 1157 N Marion Ave., Gearhart OR 97138

OAWU’s Annual Golf Scramble – Gearhart Golf Links Attendee Registration Tee Time – 1:00 pm 18-Hole Tournament (Carts Included) Enter as a team or as an individual 4-Person Team Scramble Many Prizes – Lots of Fun, Give-Aways, Longest Drive, K-P, etc. Team Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Tuesday Evening 5:15 pm Meeting in the Pacific Room

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Lock Out Tag Out Operations/Confined Space/Hazardous Communication Standard

May 1, 2023 / Denise Dahlberg /
When: August 9, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – August 10, 2023 @ 4:00 pm
Where: City of Redmond, PW Conference Room, 243 E. Antler Ave., Redmond OR 97756

Register for Two or three classes, Get a Discount Lock Out Tag Out Operations Date: August 9, 2023 Time: 1pm – 4:15pm CEUs: 0.3 Total Water/WW/OS     ESAC #4397 Cost: $100 for Members / $150 for Non-Members Description: This class will review the practice of recognizing various of energy sources, understanding key words and […]

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Next Training/Events

  1. Apr
    7
    Tue
    2026

    1. 8:00 am Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review @ Independence Event Center, Riverview Ballroom (Parking behind building)
  2. Apr
    23
    Thu
    2026

    1. 9:00 am Distribution Basics @ Independence Event Center, Riverview Ballroom (Parking behind building)
  3. May
    12
    Tue
    2026

    1. 8:00 am Math for Operators and/or Pumps & Pumping @ Pleasant Ridge Community Hall
  4. May
    20
    Wed
    2026

    1. 9:00 am Distribution Basics @ Municipal Court Meeting Room
  5. Jun
    17
    Wed
    2026

    1. 8:00 am Math for Operators and/or Pumps & Pumping @ Hermiston Community Center

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