Public Utilities - Operator I

City of Devils Lake ND; Howrah; On-site; INR 4,532,000 - 6,589,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Devils Lake is seeking a diligent Full-Time Public Utilities - Operator I to assist in daily operation and maintenance of stormwater, wastewater, flood protection and drinking water systems, including night and weekend on-call duties.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, be highly organized with strong communication and prioritization skills; CDL with endorsements and Class I Water/Wastewater certifications through the NDDEQ within required timeframes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; or any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Highly organized and detail oriented, excellent communicator and effective at prioritizing.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with proper endorsements.
• Working knowledge of current wastewater collection/treatment and stormwater materials and equipment; general understanding of wastewater sampling and testing techniques; general knowledge of public works services, applicable bylaws and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operation and maintenance of the City’s stormwater, wastewater and flood protection systems.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s drinking water system when required.
• Position includes night and weekend on-call hours.

Skills

Organized

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Full-Time Public Utilities - Operator I at City of Devils Lake

Available Openings: 1

Posted Date: April 13, 2026

Apply By: October 1, 2026

Pay Type: Salary

Compensation: $47,364 - $68,856

Education Level: High School

City of Devils Lake

This position is responsible for assisting in the daily operation and maintenance of the City’s stormwater, wastewater and flood protection systems. Assists in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s drinking water system when required. Position includes night and weekend on-call hours.

The ideal candidate for this position must possess working knowledge of current wastewater collection/treatment and stormwater materials and equipment; general understanding of wastewater sampling and testing techniques; general knowledge of public works services, applicable bylaws and procedures. Minimum qualifications include possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with proper endorsements. Position also requires Class I Water and Wastewater certifications through the NDDEQ to qualify for grade increases. Applicant must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Under direction of the Utilities Senior Operator, is responsible for assisting in the daily operation and maintenance of the City’s stormwater, wastewater and flood protection systems. Assists in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s drinking water system when required.

Typical Qualifications

• High school diploma; or any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Highly organized and detail oriented, excellent communicator and effective at prioritizing.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Public Works, specifically public works operations.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with proper endorsements.
• Working knowledge of current wastewater collection/treatment and stormwater materials and equipment; general understanding of wastewater sampling and testing techniques; general knowledge of public works services, applicable bylaws and procedures.

Operator Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within three years of hire, the following operator certifications through the ND Department of Environmental Quality to qualify for the appropriate grade level:
  • Grade 8
    • Class I Operator Certification - Water Treatment and Water Distribution
    • Class I Operator Certification - Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection

Documents

Job Description

Job Posting

City of Devils Lake

Contact: Joel Myhro

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Email [e-mail]

423 6th St NE

Devils Lake, North Dakota 58301

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