Plant Operator

Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A metropolitan environmental services authority in Minnesota is hiring experienced Plant Operators for its wastewater treatment operations. The role includes operating and monitoring plants, maintaining equipment, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of relevant experience or an applicable certification. Shift options include 8, 10, or 12 hours, and positions are available across various locations, including Saint Paul.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum six months of relevant work experience or wastewater certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment plants to ensure standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant equipment and processes.
• Document plant operations and report incidents.

Skills

Verifiable work experience in wastewater treatment

Ability to operate and monitor treatment plants

Troubleshooting plant equipment

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

We are hiring 10 experienced Plant Operators for the Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities Environmental Services (ES) division, which operates nine wastewater treatment plants across the Twin Cities metro area. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled, with the first review on January 7, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment plants to ensure high quality water and air standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant equipment and processes.
• Shut down, restart, and perform scheduled maintenance on various plant systems.
• Respond to emergencies and abnormal conditions.
• Document plant operations and report incidents.

Qualifications

• High‑school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Minimum six (6) months of verifiable work experience in a wastewater treatment plant, public utilities, wastewater collection system, or industrial environment, or completion of a wastewater certification program or water environments technology degree.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Work Details

• Shift options: 8‑hour, 10‑hour, or 12‑hour shifts around the clock.
• Plant assignments are at hire and then bid based on seniority.
• Locations include Cottage Grove, Eagan, Empire Township, Hastings, Rogers, Shakopee, St. Paul, Stillwater, and East Bethel.

Application Information

See the complete job posting and apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil.