Utility Systems Repairer Operator Supervisor

National Park Service; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Park Service at Yellowstone National Park is seeking a skilled utilities operator to manage 250+ miles of water distribution and wastewater lines and oversee 3,400 water meters serving millions of visitors annually.

The incumbent will ensure compliance with Wyoming DEQ and EPA regulations, operate and maintain treatment plants and pump stations, supervise staff, and prepare performance observations for supervisory review.

Job description

Open: August 10, 2026 — Closes: August 24, 2026

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance of 250+miles of collection and distribution lines and 3,400 water meters serving nearly 5 million visitors per year across 14 geographically dispersed communities.

Major Duties

The incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance of 250+miles of collection and distribution lines. In collaboration with the Chief-Utilities Branch, ensures compliance with the State of Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality as well the Federal EPA rules, regulations, and laws pertaining to water and wastewater to ensure public health and safety. Accomplish employee performance appraisals, provide counseling, recommend disciplinary action or award when necessary. Installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as wastewater treatment and collections systems, water treatment and distribution systems. Installs, modifies, repairs, tests, and disinfects new and existing water supply mains and laterals up to 30\" inside diameter using M.J. cast iron, bell and spigot cast iron, ductile iron, plastic, reinforced concrete, galvanized steel, and copper materials. Selects the proper size and arrangement of repair parts. Duties include the repair, replacement, and/or installation of pumps, flocculators, water treatment process components, chemical feed systems, valves, water meters, and fire hydrants. Operate, repair and maintain small water systems including well pumps, spring boxes and cartridge filtration systems. Supervises the operation of a state certified laboratory for water testing. In support of the COR, may perform role of Project Inspector on contracted work. Prepares observation reports as necessary. Incumbent may serve as a COR on select water and wastewater projects requiring the ability to obtain a COR level 1 within 6 months and maintain certification. Responsible for the efficient repair, maintenance and operation of water and wastewater treatment plants, collections systems including lift stations, distribution systems, reservoirs, and ancillary equipment. Documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, submission of ALL SF-50s and performance information for each period of temporary/term employment that qualifies for LMWFA. Performance documentation can be obtained by contacting the supervisors for the positions you served in during your 24 months. If they did not complete performance appraisals ask them to provide a statement of performance for each period of service. The statement must specify the dates for each employment period and your level of performance (dates should match the dates on the SF-50s). For more information about the park please visit: Yellowstone National Park