Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators; OIT II, III

Position: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators (OIT, I, II, III)
The City of Idaho Falls is seeking motivated individuals to join our Wastewater Treatment team as Wastewater Treatment Operators (OIT, I, II, III). Whether you are just beginning your career or bring advanced certification and experience, this is an opportunity to play a vital role in protecting public health, safeguarding local waterways, and supporting essential community infrastructure.

Operators at all levels help ensure the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Team members monitor and operate treatment processes, maintain and repair equipment, troubleshoot system issues, and contribute to the reliable processing of the community's wastewater. Depending on certification and experience, employees may perform entry-level learning tasks, skilled operational duties, or advanced process control and leadership responsibilities.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, working with mechanical systems, and contributing to environmental sustainability, you'll find a meaningful and stable career path with us. The City of Idaho Falls Public Works Department is committed to excellent public service, professional development, and building a team that keeps our community running strong.

* Must possess an Idaho Class B, Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement, or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.

Placement within the Operator-in-Training, I, II, or III levels will be based on the candidate's certifications, experience, and demonstrated competencies. Each level has its own established pay range as shown below.

Level Pay Range Operator-In-Training $20.10 - $24.51

Operator I $21.82 - $26.63

Operator II $23.69 - $28.95

Operator III $25.75 - $31.49

Wastewater Operator Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training:

Performs as a rotating shift operator-in-training, assist with treatment plant processes and operations, i.e., plant electrical and mechanical support systems; checks all equipment including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and biological to ensure proper operation; operates and maintains plant support systems to include headworks fine screens, grit removal equipment, sludge pumps, heat exchangers, gravity belt thickeners, clarifiers, aeration equipment, digesters, gas mixing equipment, chlorination and metering equipment, emergency power generation equipment, and all associated valves, pumps, motors, and control circuitries;

monitors alarm systems.

Performs generally routine facilities and grounds upkeep and maintenance; cleans buildings, equipment, primary and secondary clarifiers; performs treatment plant upkeep, mowing lawns, snow removal, etc.; performs interior and exterior painting.

May operate sludge trucks to transport and distribute processed sludge on agricultural property; operates tractors, dump trucks, etc. as needed.

Assists in operation and maintenance of all chlorination and dechlorination equipment with use of self-contained breathing apparatus during chlorine tank changing.

Assists with sample collection from various stages of the treatment process; assists with calibrating gauges, meters and measuring devices; performs some laboratory tests, such as dissolved oxygen, chlorine residual analysis; interprets laboratory test results to evaluate plant performance, uses mathematical calculations in figuring detention times, flow rates, areas, volumes, pumping rates, etc.

Performs and assists with maintenance and repair of plant equipment; as required, implements emergency repairs and procedures.

Assists in the plowing and removal of snow from public rights-of-way as may be required.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.

Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from high school or GED; AND

B. No specific experience necessary.

2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Some knowledge of mechanical equipment, machinery and its operation, maintenance, and repair; hazards and precautions associated with plant operations and processes.

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools related to the maintenance of plant facilities and equipment; ability to develop working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Ability to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment while working with the Chlorine system.

3. Special

Qualifications:

* Must possess a valid Idaho State Driver's License.

* Must obtain a minimum Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire.

* Must obtain an Idaho Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training (OIT) license within twelve (12) months of hire or possess equivalent from another state.

* Must complete 0.6 Continuing Education Units in Wastewater annually.

* Residency Requirement:
Shall be expected, within six months of hire, to establish residence within a 45-minute notification to respond zone from the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Must be able to work midnight shifts on a rotating…