Water/Wastewater Plant Operator II

Job Listing ID:

4472880

Job Title:

Water/Wastewater Plant Operator II Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Canyonville

Date Posted:

04/14/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Water/Wastewater Plant Operator II Minimum Hourly:

$27.76

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for controlling the pumping of water for supply and storage, interpreting and following specific, detailed instructions on operations, maintenance and lab procedures to operate the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant in accordance with guidelines developed by the National Pollution and Discharge System and enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate required.
• CK Water/Wastewater Treatment Certification required.
• 3 years' experience in water and wastewater treatment operations required.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education and a Class I Certification in Wastewater Treatment required.
• Vocational / Technical or Associate's Degree, preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable requirements concerning plant operations and water quality.
• Valid driver's license and driving record which allows coverage on the company insurance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates pumps, valves and gates to control the flow of water or effluent.
• Performs routine servicing and cleaning of water storage facilities, plants, and pipes as well as repairing faults in water supply and storage systems.
• Services the distribution system leading from the treatment plant.
• Operates locks and adjusts the water level in weirs.
• Regulate water flow through stages of the treatment such as filtering, the addition of chemicals and aeration.
• Monitors flow meters, pressure gauges, power usage and effluent water quality.
• Inspects and monitors reservoirs, dams, facility operations and equipment to ensure proper operations; assures quality control.
• Read meters, gauges and other monitoring equipment and interprets readings to determine processing requirements.
• Makes adjustment to automated controls and instruments, operates valves and gages to adjust flow and treatment process.
• Performs routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on equipment, including disaffection equipment.
• Orders parts and supplies and maintains automated records of equipment repairs, parts list and inventory.
• Collects samples for laboratory analysis, interprets results, and prepares records and reports.
• Responds to emergency situations and alarms.

Job Classification:

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Licenses/Certifications

Required:

Wastewater Treatment System Operators Driver License Information

Required:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation

Salary:

$27.76 per Hour Depending on Experience

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Retirement Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 3 years

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A

Major:

Vocational / Technical or Associate's Degree, preferred.

Gender:

N/A

Employer Will Perform:

Background Check