On-Site Water Treatment Technician

City of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Minneapolis is seeking a hands-on Water Treatment Operator to perform loading, unloading, storage and dispensing of chemicals in water treatment facilities. This on-site role requires operation of forklifts, cranes, and control systems, plus routine sampling and safety checks.

Responsibilities include testing water samples, assisting chlorination, and maintaining equipment while adhering to strict safety and permit requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification within 12 months of hire.
• Valid Driver's License without restrictions for operating City of Minneapolis vehicles.
• Desirable Class D Minnesota Water Supply System Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Unload, transfer, and handle chemicals, including hazardous materials, using motorized equipment (forklifts).
• Operate winches, hoists, forklifts, monorails, and scissor lifts; use valve exercising machines.
• Perform minor crane rigging and crane/hoist lifting procedures.
• Repair membrane filter modules; monitor associated testing equipment.
• Enter permit-required confined spaces and work in vaults, basins, chambers, and reservoirs.
• Test or inspect eyewashes, safety showers, spill kits, and fall protection equipment.
• Collect samples and perform routine water and residuals testing.
• Assist chlorination of pumps and system piping; collect samples for bacteriological testing.
• Grease and oil motors, gear boxes, pumps, and transmissions; maintain reliability.
• Assist skilled trades workers and perform general plant cleaning and maintenance.
• Operate dewatering filter presses as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous materials handling

Safety procedures

Confined space entry

Computer control systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification

Class D Minnesota Water Supply System Operator Certificate (desirable)

Tools

Computer control systems

Vacuum/pressure test equipment

Job description

The City of Minneapolis is seeking a hands-on Water Treatment Operator to perform loading, unloading, storage and dispensing of chemicals in water treatment facilities. This on-site role requires operation of forklifts, cranes, and control systems, plus routine sampling and safety checks.

Responsibilities include testing water samples, assisting chlorination, and maintaining equipment while adhering to strict safety and permit requirements.