Water Treatment Plant Operator Position Available In Macon, North Carolina

Water Treatment Plant Operator Town of Franklin, NC Franklin, NC Full Salary Range:

Grade 6: $37,285 – $58,727,

DOQ Status:

Full-time, Non-Exempt position

Application Deadline:

Friday, July 11, 2025 READ

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

» (PDF) General Statement of Duties Performs responsible operational, laboratory, and maintenance functions in a water treatment plant. Distinguishing Features of the Class An employee in this class performs a variety of operational, laboratory, and maintenance duties designed to produce safe treatment of potable water, and disposal of domestic and commercial waste materials. Work is performed on an assigned or rotating shift. Work includes monitoring the plant’s operation through observation, mechanical readings and the results of standard chemical and biological tests and to make necessary adjustments in the process as conditions or test results dictate. Other duties include performing standard laboratory duties and tests and assisting with plant and facilities maintenance. Work also includes substantial record keeping of work activities. Employees are subject to hazards associated with plant operations including working both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, working in small spaces such as sewer pipes, and oils. Desirable Education and Experience Must have the equivalency of a high school education supplemented by chemistry, biology, or mechanical maintenance course work or a combination of education and experience. Level C Water Treatment Operator Certification preferable. Special Requirements Must possess a NC driver’s license. Must be willing to obtain a level C Water Treatment Operator Certification. How to Apply ALL applicants must have an active NCWorks account at www.ncworks.gov. Applications can be found online by following this link. Please turn in/drop off a completed application to the NCWorks Career Center Office at 23 Macon Ave., Franklin, NC 28734 Questions? Call us at 828-332-6060 The Town of Franklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer