WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR

City of Lawrence • Lawrence, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs skilled, semi-skilled, technical, and manual labor involving equipment preventative maintenance; process operations of wastewater treatment facilities, and other utility facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Pass the City background check, post-offer City physical, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Training in water or wastewater treatment operations (or equivalent knowledge of biology, chemistry, or related field), mechanical systems, or equipment maintenance.
• One to two years of responsible experience in water and wastewater operation.
• Basic knowledge of mathematical principles and computer-controlled systems.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring wastewater treatment plant processes and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Adjusting biological and chemical treatment processes based on data from analyzers, gauges, laboratory results, data trends, and SCADA systems.
• Collecting and recording samples for regulatory compliance and process control.
• Performing routine inspections of plant equipment and facilities.
• Operating pumps, motors, valves, and chemical feed systems.
• Maintaining accurate operational logs and records.
• Identifying and troubleshooting equipment or process issues.
• Assisting with preventive maintenance and overall facility upkeep.
• Responding to alarms, emergencies, and after-hours callouts as needed to support continuous 24/7 operations.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: Various dependent on coverage levels available
• FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH
• Other wellness benefits/perks
• 12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days accrued per year
• 2 days Personal Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 12 Weeks Caregiver Leave
• Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED