Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Wastewater

Nebraska.gov; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to support the operation of a significant wastewater treatment facility in a rewarding role. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the quality of life in our community through essential wastewater management functions. This position requires a high school diploma and experience in mechanical maintenance or equipment operation, with the opportunity for further training and professional growth.

Benefits

Retirement match

Paid vacation

Health, dental, and vision plans

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Graduate from high school or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in mechanical maintenance or operation.
• Capable of obtaining a Nebraska Class I Wastewater Operators License within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Maintain records related to facilities operation.
• Coordinate with supervisors on administrative duties.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Operating pumps

Operating valves

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We commit ourselves to offering additional training opportunities and a variety of paths for professional job growth. Our teammates enjoy benefits that include, but are not limited to, a retirement match, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and health, dental, and vision plans. Join the largest department at the City of Lincoln today. We are excited to enhance our community's quality of life together.

Lincoln Wastewater System is searching for the right candidate to fill the role ofAssistant Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. This is skilled work participating in the operation of a major segment of a wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift.

Shift will be 4 p.m. to Midnight. Saturday through Wednesday.

Work involves responsibility for participating in the inspection, monitoring, and general operation of a wastewater treatment plant and assisting in the collection of wastewater and sludge samples. Work also involves performing minor preventative maintenance and preprocess control tasks as directed.

In this role, you will be responsible for:
Assisting the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in the operation of the Water Resource Recovery Facilities
Assisting in maintaining records related to facilities operation and maintenance
Assisting and coordinating with Wastewater System supervisors in other operations and administrative duties

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Six months of experience or training in mechanical maintenance or operating pumps and valves

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

Necessary Special Requirements
Must be able to obtain a Nebraska Class I Wastewater Operators License or higher from the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy Health within 12 months of hire.