WWTP Operator I or II

City of Jefferson • Jefferson City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Jefferson is now accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I or II for the Wastewater Division. This position operates and maintains wastewater treatment equipment and facilities and participates in the biosolids land application program. For individuals hired as an Operator I, this position leads to an automatic advancement into an Operator II after all experience qualifications listed below are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Missouri Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator’s License within 12 months of hire
• Missouri Class B CDL with required endorsement withing 6 months of hire.
• Two years of qualifying wastewater treatment experience.
• Missouri Class C Wastewater Treatment Operators License
• Missouri Class B CDL with required endorsements

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains and cleans the plant and associated equipment.
• Operates UV disinfection, sludge dewatering, and land application equipment.
• Assists maintenance staff with pump stations, including on-call rotation after comprehensively trained.
• Operates heavy equipment as needed.
• Maintains treatment plant grounds, including cutting grass, emptying dumpsters and cleaning buildings.
• Evaluates water quality, process control tests, collects samples, leads small plant improvement projects, processes paperwork, maintains inventory, and fills in for Supervisor when needed.

What This Job Offers

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