Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Water Plant Operator
Career Insights for Water Treatment Specialist / Waste Water Operator
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Iowa data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.
$58,614 / year median in Iowa
+2% projected growth
Job Description
The City of Fairfield Waterworks is looking to hire a full time Water Treatment Operator to start on or around October 26, 2026. Starting wage is $23.00 / hr.; after successful completion of Grade 1 treatment license within 6 months, a pay increase to $25.17 / hr. A Grade II Water Treatment operator is preferred at the rate of $26.37 / hr., but willing to train the right candidate. Applications may be picked at City hall or apply online at https://cityoffairfieldiowa.com/, 118 So. Main and must be turned in by September 21, 2026. You may contact Steve Redinger at 641-472-2358 with any questions. E.O.E. See full job description here. Job Details Category Employment Opportunities Status Open Posted August 24, 2026 Closing September 21, 2026 11:59 PM