Wastewater Operator (WW Operator)

AgUpdate; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wentzville is seeking a motivated Wastewater Operator I to assist with daily operations and basic maintenance at the Water Reclamation Center. You will help protect water resources and public health through routine inspections and compliant operation of plant equipment.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of wastewater experience and a valid driver’s license; CDL with airbrakes/tanker endorsement is preferred, with specified training possible within 180 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in inspection and operation of wastewater treatment operations and equipment.
• Certification/license, vocational/technical program, or apprenticeship preferred; willingness to obtain within 180 days.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred, or ability to obtain within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily system inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs at the Water Reclamation Center.
• Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including front-end loader, skid loader, telehandler forklift, tanker truck, dump truck, and agricultural tractors with biosolids equipment.
• Support the Biosolids Management Program by operating dewatering and application equipment, performing soil sampling, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Assist with daily water sample collection and laboratory procedures.
• Provide professional, respectful customer service and follow safety policies.

Job description

Wastewater Operator I - Plant (58844) Water Reclamation Center - Wentzville, MO 63385 Overview Salary Range $28.00 - $28.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level None Category Wastewater Description

The City of Wentzville is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to join our team as a Wastewater Operator. In this role, you will assist with the daily operations and basic maintenance of the Water Reclamation Center and Wastewater Division facilities. This position plays a key part in protecting our community’s water resources and supporting the City’s environmental and public health standards.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with daily system inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs at the Water Reclamation Center. Perform custodial duties and grounds maintenance at all Wastewater Division facilities. Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including front-end loader, skid loader, telehandler forklift, tanker truck, dump truck, and agricultural tractors with biosolids application equipment. Support the Biosolids Management Program by operating dewatering and application equipment, performing soil sampling, and ensuring compliance with DNR and EPA regulations. Assist with daily water sample collection and laboratory procedures. Provide professional, respectful, and positive customer service in all interactions. Ensure safe work practices and compliance with City and departmental policies.

Additional Duties

Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies (30-minute response time required). Assist with winter storm operations, including plowing snow and spreading salt, on a 24-hour call basis (full-time only).

The City of Wentzville is committed to being an employer of choice, offering prosperous and meaningful career opportunities and flexibility. The City offers excellent benefits, including health, vision, dental, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, a retirement pension, 13 paid holidays, five personal days, vacation time, sick time, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, a discounted recreation center membership and much more. This job posting will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications – Education, experience, and training that are required or desirable in order to effectively perform the job at the time of hire. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements and/or substitutions may be requested and require the approval of HR.

Minimum one year of experience in inspection and operation of wastewater treatment operations and equipment, or other relevant experience required. Job-relevant certification/license, vocational/technical program completion, or completion of apprenticeship preferred. Prior equipment operating experience desired. MODNR Wastewater Treatment Operator Class D Certification preferred, or the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment required. Valid Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement preferred, or the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment required. Valid driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with this position.

Knowledge and general understanding of the functions of the Water Reclamation Center, and all Wastewater lift stations. Ability to provide exceptional service to internal and external customers. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, and customers by telephone, in writing and in person. Ability to use good judgment and think rationally in difficult or stressful situations. Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work, as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work under direct supervision and collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and systems to accomplish tasks. Basic knowledge in the use of general computer programs and applications including email and mobile apps Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to safely drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment Regular attendance is a necessary and essential job duty. Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable.