Water Plant Operator

Job Category:
Water/Wastewater Operator
Education:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
FT/PT:
Full-Time
Company:
City of Salina

City of Salina, Kansas
Utilities Department

The Water Plant Operator I role at the City of Salina is a pivotal position within the Utilities Department. This exciting opportunity involves skilled work in operating an advanced water treatment plant, which is crucial to ensuring the community has access to clean & safe water. The Water Plant Operator I is at the heart of sustaining Salina’s vital water infrastructure, directly contributing to the community’s health & well‑being.

This position is a rewarding & highly impactful role offering a meaningful career path.

Water Plant Operator II, Senior Plant Operator

Training is performed by experienced staff, aimed at equipping new operators with crucial skills & knowledge. This training emphasizes the operation & maintenance of advanced water treatment systems, catering to the unique requirements of the plant. Trainees learn through hands‑on experience, guided by seasoned operators who share insights & best practices gained from years of service.

• Performs skilled work in the operation of an advanced water treatment plant, distribution system.
• Works varied shifts including 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., 12:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., including some weekends.
• Keeps daily logs of shift operations; utilizes monitoring equipment & maintains records.
• Draws samples for laboratory analysis.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Performs custodial work such as cleaning, painting & mowing.
• Receives & addresses customer concerns.
• Performs overtime as needed & other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Kansas Class I Water Supply System Operator Certificate or must obtain within two (2) years from employment start date.

• Two (2) years of mechanical & electrical equipment maintenance, or related work preferred.

• Must live within 40 minutes response time.
• Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license.

• Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Heavy lifting & manual labor.

• Computer, hand & power tools, Lockout/Tag‑out equipment, telephone, test equipment, trucks, & vehicles.

Works on shift: 8:00 a.m.

-5:00 p.m.; 12:00 p.m.

-12:00 a.m.; 12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Includes some weekends.

$/hr. $50,/yr. Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Contact Information

City of Salina
Human Resources Department