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City of Defiance, Ohio
Equipment Operator - Water Distribution/Streets
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A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$54,639 / year median in Ohio
+4% projected growth
Job Description
The City of Defiance is seeking motivated and dependable applicants for the position of Water Distribution Equipment Operator. This position helps maintain the City's water infrastructure, streets and will operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, including bulldozers, street sweepers and backhoes. Qualified applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of equipment operating experience. A State of Ohio Class B CDL is preferred but not required. This is a full-time position with a starting wage of $23.22 - $24.44 per hour with a full benefits package including health, vision & dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Applicants with Military Service must provide a copy of Form DD-214 at time of application to receive military credit. Applications are available at Defiance City Hall, 631 Perry Street, Defiance, OH or at www.cityofdefiance.gov. A completed application must be returned to the above address or submitted online by 3:00 p.m. on August 14, 2026, to be considered.