Wastewater Plant Operator III – Lead Operator & Supervisor

City of Johnson City; East Park (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Johnson City invites applications for a Wastewater Plant Operator III. The role supervises and participates in the operation of Brush Creek WWTP, ensuring safe, economical operation per public health standards on an assigned shift.

Essential duties include directing operations, maintaining logs, inspecting equipment, and training operators, with a focus on safety, compliance, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Environmental Health or related field; chemistry courses recommended.
• Wastewater Plant Operator IV Certificate issued by Tennessee required/preferred.
• Pre-employment physical, drug screening and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of a wastewater treatment plant on assigned shift.
• Schedule and direct plant operations and maintenance.
• Monitor chemical feeders and UV disinfection; ensure finished product meets standards.

Skills

Wastewater operations

SCADA monitoring

Record keeping

Supervisory abilities

Education

Associate’s degree in Environmental Health

Wastewater Plant Operator Grade IV certificate (TN)

Tools

SCADA

Laboratory equipment

Job description

The City of Johnson City invites applications for a Wastewater Plant Operator III. The role supervises and participates in the operation of Brush Creek WWTP, ensuring safe, economical operation per public health standards on an assigned shift.

Essential duties include directing operations, maintaining logs, inspecting equipment, and training operators, with a focus on safety, compliance, and timely reporting.