RWHTF Plant Operator I​/II Multi-Level

Description

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO – a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area.

At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry‑leading team who serves the community by protecting the region’s health and environment.

Metro Water Recovery is committed to our employees and their development. Our Plant Operators of all levels go through Metro’s Operator Training Program. All new hires complete their training during the day for optimal exposure to the ins and outs of plant operations. All training is paid and includes the completion of an Associate Degree in Water Quality Management for qualified trainees.

Metro’s Operator Training Program is designed to be completed between nine to twelve months, depending on the trainee’s knowledge, skills, abilities. In addition to Certification Incentives, we have amazing reclassification opportunities that allow our Plant Operators to progress in their career.

• Colorado Wastewater Operator Class A Certification – $4,000
• Class B Certification – $3,000
• Class C Certification – $2,000
• Class D Certification – $500 (one‑time incentive)

This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate’s qualifications:

Plant Operator I ($28.53 - $39.80 Hourly)

Performs skilled and unskilled work and tasks required to operate and control the performance of liquid and solids stream unit process equipment. Works under the direction of an Operations Supervisor. May be assigned work by a Plant Operator – Lead.

Plant Operator II ($33.28 - $46.43 Hourly)

Performs skilled work with the overall operation of liquid and solids stream treatment facilities. Works under the direction of an Operations Supervisor. May be assigned work by a Plant Operator – Lead.

This position is being posted at multiple levels. For typical duties, please select the appropriate job description below and wait for the pop‑up on the right of the screen.

Plant Operator I

Plant Operator II

SPECIAL NOTE: Plant Operator I’s must complete the Basic Operations Module requirements of Metro’s Operator Training Program, including obtaining certifications, within the specified timeframe.

Plant Operator I

Knowledge of:

• Monitoring systems/equipment
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Basic equipment inspections and maintenance
• Arithmetic, reading, writing
• Safety practices
• SCADA Systems
• Basic layout of utility feeds to a treatment facility
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Troubleshooting operational issues
• Applying SOPs and field data to optimize processes
• Communicating and following direction
• Following instructions, policies and procedures
• Working effectively in a team environment
• Using documentation and monitoring systems
• Managing disagreements and de‑escalating conflict

Ability to:

• Analyze data and communicate them as necessary
• Read and follow technical manuals
• Assist new operators
• Perform math operations with decimals and fractions
• Conduct accurate field observations and sampling
• Learn new tools and procedures
• Remain calm and professional under pressure

Education, Certifications, and Licenses:
High School diploma or GED. Valid and current driver’s license. Colorado Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator or ability to attain it through reciprocity.

Plant Operator II

Knowledge of:

• Complex monitoring systems/equipment
• Standard Operating Procedures, MOP’s
• Routine equipment inspections and maintenance
• Wastewater treatment principles
• Safety practices and standards
• SCADA Systems
• Basic layout of utility feeds to treatment facility
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Wastewater treatment operations
• Independently troubleshooting operational issues
• Applying SOPs and field data to optimize processes
• Communicating clearly and following instructions
• Working effectively in a team environment
• Providing training to new operators
• Managing…