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City Of Warren

WWTP Chief Operator

Pay: $116,335/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Warren, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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.

$60,204 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

WWTP Chief Operator City Of Warren - 3.6 Warren, MI Job Details Full-time $116,335 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications Maintenance repair procedures Waste treatment plant experience Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator Driver's License Supervising experience Public utility experience Wastewater systems Full Job Description The City of Warren is accepting applications for the position of WWTP Chief Operator. This position will be responsible for overseeing and managing the employees and operation of the Waste Water Treatment Plant and pumping station. Also develop and implement managerial oversight procedures and documentation for planning, directing and coordinating WWTP operations and preventive maintenance.

Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent. o Must present

ORIGINAL

diploma or SEALED transcripts at time of application. Seven years of increasing responsibility in a wastewater utility including three years of administrative and supervisor responsibilities (graduation from a college or university of recognized standing with a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Computer, Civil Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering shall be considered equivalent to four years of experience). Hold a Michigan Class A Wastewater Operators Certificate. Successful completion of Supervisory Management in the Water/Wastewater Field Course and Maintenance Management in the Water/Wastewater Field Course through Michigan State University. Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Michigan.

Pay rate:

$116,335/year (Flat) Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time.

Apply:

Warren City Hall-Human Resources #410 One City Square, Warren, MI 48093 Office is open weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. You may apply in person, by mail or by fax. Our fax number is 586-574-0770.

Deadline:

July 23, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please print the following forms required for application, print: Application Full-time Release Info. Agreement form EEO form Drug Testing Policy and Procedure Statement Drug Free Workplace Policy If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670.

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