ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator II/III position plays a key role in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Operator II or Operator III level based on qualifications and experience.
Under general direction, this position operates, monitors, and maintains the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, trunk sewers, outfall, and related facilities. Responsibilities include adjusting treatment processes to meet NPDES permit requirements, utilizing SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations, performing preventive maintenance on plant equipment, collecting and analyzing wastewater and sludge samples, and maintaining accurate operational records.
At the Operator III level, additional responsibilities may include advanced process optimization, technical leadership, administrative and reporting duties, CMMS oversight, contractor coordination, and providing support to or acting in the absence of the Chief Treatment Plant Operator. This position requires flexibility to work off-hour, weekend, holiday, and on-call shifts and to respond to emergency situations as needed.
This position requires flexibility to work rotating, weekend, holiday, and on-call shifts, and to respond to emergency callouts. The work environment may include exposure to inclement weather, noise, odors, fumes, and other potentially hazardous conditions, requiring strict adherence to safety practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
See the attached Job Descriptions directly below for WWTP Operator II and III for full list of job related and essential qualifications.
