Wastewater Treatment Operatror I-IV

Supervisor:                Chief Operator  

Supervises:               Class III and IV Operators may supervise subordinate personnel

Beginning Salary:     $19.410-$27.600/ hour (Depending on experience and certifications)

General Duties and Responsibilities:  Assists in the daily operation and maintenance of the wastewater plant and sludge disposal in compliance with established procedures, standards, and federal, state and local laws and ordinances.  Inspects and/or monitors pumps, charts, gauges, wells, tanks and meters daily.  Adds and adjusts chemicals in accordance with prescribed standards; collects and/or assists in the collection of samples.  Prepares and maintains accurate reports/records; forwards water samples and reports as required.  Under direction of Maintenance Technician, performs servicing requirements to plant and equipment including preventive maintenance.  Makes minor repairs and adjustments to plant and equipment and forwards requests for major repairs to supervisor.  Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of spare parts, chemicals, equipment, and tools.  Assists in maintaining clean and neat plant and grounds.  Participates in continuing education program to obtain and maintain licenses.  Filter building operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Training and Experience: High school diploma or GED and moderate to considerable experience.

Certification/Licensing Requirements:  Must be able to maintain a Class I WWTP Operator License within first year of employment, or possess and maintain a Class II, III, or IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License.  All classes MUST possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment in the class.

Availability:  Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at any time and must be available on nights and weekends in addition to normal business hours.

Overtime Provision:  Non-Exempt.

Apply:  MUST upload a copy of high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license and any applicable WWTP certifications WITH application. 

Closing Date and Time:   FRIDAY, February 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Equal Opportunity Employer