Lead Wastewater Plant Operator

City of Salem; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid PERS contribution

Health care and dependent care FSAs

Long-term care option

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The City of Salem is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 3 to lead operations at Willow Lake and support the River Road Peak facility on a rotating schedule. You will supervise a team, monitor gauges, diagnose equipment issues, perform calculations, and maintain records per certification and safety protocols.

You’ll work day, swing, or night shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled, with a strong focus on teamwork, process control, and public health.

Job description

The City of Salem is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 3 to lead operations at Willow Lake and support the River Road Peak facility on a rotating schedule. You will supervise a team, monitor gauges, diagnose equipment issues, perform calculations, and maintain records per certification and safety protocols.

You’ll work day, swing, or night shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled, with a strong focus on teamwork, process control, and public health.