Water/Wastewater Operator

2026

Hiring Range:

$34.08 to $37.99 2026

Pay Range:

$34.08 to $40.57

• 2026

Performance-based Pay Opportunity:

Up to $45.44 The City of Brainerd is recruiting a Water/Wastewater Operator.

Qualifications for the position include:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• Minnesota Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire: o MPCA Class D Wastewater Operator Certificate; o MDH Class D Water Operator Certificate; o MPCA Type 4Sludge Certificate; and o Minnesota Special Class Boilers Operating Engineers License.
• Advancement to MPCA Class B Wastewater Operator Certificate as permitted by in-service time and training.

Desirable qualifications:

• Graduation from Technical/Community College training program with specialized training in wastewater operations.
• Training and/or experience in the operation, maintenance, repair and service of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sanitary sewer lift stations, water booster stations and related equipment.
• Possession of a Minnesota Class A CDL license with tanker endorsement.
• Possession of

MPCA/MDH

Water/Wastewater Class C or higher Operator certificate. To apply, go to www.ci.brainerd.mn.us to complete the application process by May 26, 2026, at 4:30pm. Please direct questions to the HR Department.

• The City of Brainerd utilizes a performance-based pay system that provides an opportunity for additional steps based on merit.

We are an Equal Opportounity Employer.