Operator

Operator

SALARY ~ Depends on Qualifications

LOCATION ~ Cedarburg, WI

JOB TYPE DEPARTMENT CLOSING DATE ~ Full time Wastewater 11/29/2024 4:30 PM Central

JOB NUMBER OPENING DATE ~ 601-01 11/06/2024

This position performs a variety of laboratory procedures along with performing duties in the operation, maintenance, and repair, of the wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations. Laboratory and computer skills are important to this position. Application can be found on City web site below.  www.cityofcedarburg.wi.gov

Gathers wastewater samples and performs testing of samples along with reporting of laboratory results in computer software programs and ensures compliance with WPDES permit. Performs housekeeping at the treatment plant, along with lawn maintenance around facilities. May be asked to assist with maintenance on mechanical machinery at the plant and lift stations. May be asked to help with cleaning of the collection system and storm catch basins.

Qualifications for this position include having, or the ability to obtain a Wisconsin Wastewater Certification with all necessary subclasses. A high school diploma or GED is required; applicants with experience in a wastewater laboratory and/or having a 2-year or 4-year degree in a water science related field or any combination of training and experience is desirable. A CDL with tanker (N) endorsement is required within one year of employment. The successful candidate will be required to respond to infrastructure emergencies and is on the weekly on-call rotation which includes scheduled weekends and holidays. Must have the ability to respond within 30 minutes to plant emergencies or lift station alarms.

A pre-employment background check and drug test are required prior to hiring. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and education.

Operator without certification-$25.00/hr. Operator with certification-$26.00/hr. – $34.62/hr.

Advanced Operator with all certifications-$28.13/hr. – $36.30/hr.

Agency ~ City of Cedarburg (WI)

Address ~ P.O. Box 49, Cedarburg, Wisconsin, 53012