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City of Piqua

Wastewater Plant Operator

Pay: $26.10–$27.27/hr

Posted: 3 days ago

Location: Piqua, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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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.

$56,986 / year median in Ohio

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR

- You must apply on the City of Piqua's website piquaoh.gov The City of Piqua, Ohio is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Operator or Operator-In-Training in the Wastewater Department. The Wastewater Treatment Operator is responsible for plant and lift station operations and maintenance at the City of Piqua's activated sludge wastewater treatment plant to ensure effective and efficient operation in compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Regulations. Duties will include routine plant operations, bio-solids dewatering, process control and regulatory sample collection and analysis, and perform or assist in performing preventative reactive and corrective maintenance on plant and lift station equipment including pumps, valves, gates, blowers, sensors, gauges and various other electrical and mechanical equipment. The Wastewater Operator will convey plant and lift-station operating conditions to the appropriate supervisor. Visit piquaoh.gov for full details.

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https://piquaoh.formstack.com/forms/city_of_piqua_employment_nonmanagement Qualifications Completion of secondary education (high school) with knowledge of computer entry, math and chemistry, and experience as a Wastewater Plant Operator; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as listed in job description. Must possess Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) Certification for an OEPA Wastewater Plant Operator I Certificate within three (3) years of employment. City training is paid for. Miscellaneous Information The hours for this position are Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Resumes and Certifications can be sent to Amy Saltis at asaltis@piquaoh.gov

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.10 - $27.27 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Dependent care reimbursement Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person