Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Argus Dental & Vision, Inc; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bloomington and Normal Water Reclamation District is seeking a dedicated, full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to join our public service team in Bloomington, IL. This role offers career growth opportunities while protecting public health and the environment, operating and monitoring treatment processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include using SCADA systems, performing inspections and sampling, coordinating with a small team, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment processes and equipment.
• Utilize SCADA systems and conduct process control testing.
• Operate stationary and mobile equipment safely.
• Perform routine inspections, laboratory sampling, and minor maintenance activities.
• Comply with state and federal regulations.
• Work independently and as part of a team while exercising sound judgment and effective communication.
• Perform physical labor, including lifting 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Respond to emergencies during and outside normal work hours.

Skills

Operate and monitor wastewater

SCADA systems

Safe equipment operation

Inspections and sampling

Regulatory compliance

Independent & team work

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical training

Illinois EPA Class 4 certification (within 2 years)

Job description

• Bloomington, IL 61702


• $18.25 – $30.78 / Hour


• Full Time


• Submissions Due by 2026-09-08

The Bloomington and Normal Water Reclamation District (BNWRD) is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to join our team as a full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. This position offers excellent opportunities for career growth while helping protect public health and the environment.

Candidates with wastewater experience are encouraged to apply. Individuals with backgrounds in industrial operations, manufacturing, farming, equipment operation, mechanical maintenance, utilities, sciences, and field or laboratory work are also encouraged to apply, as many of these skills transfer well to wastewater treatment operations.

Why Join BNWRD?

Compensation

• The minimum starting hourly pay range: $18.25 - $30.78


• Pay is based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, training, and certifications.


• Opportunities for overtime and standby compensation based on operational needs and emergency response activities.

Schedule

• Weekday shifts


• Rotating split weekends


• Holiday coverage


• Standby/on-call assignments

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave


• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension


• Financial wellness and protection benefits, including supplemental insurance options, retirement savings opportunities, wellness resources, and tax-advantaged spending accounts

Professional Growth

• Training and advancement opportunities


• Support for obtaining industry certifications


• Long-term career development in an essential public service field

Meaningful Work

As a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator for BNWRD, you play a critical role in protecting public health, preserving the environment, and ensuring the quality of life for our communities. Every day, you help safeguard local rivers and streams by ensuring wastewater is properly treated before returning to the environment. Your work directly supports compliance with environmental regulations, protects water resources for future generations, and helps prevent pollution that could impact wildlife, recreation, and public safety.

This position offers the unique opportunity to be part of an essential public service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The work you perform behind the scenes has a lasting and visible impact on the health and well-being of more than 130,000 residents throughout the Bloomington-Normal community. If you are looking for a career where your efforts truly make a difference, wastewater treatment provides a rewarding opportunity to serve your community while building valuable technical skills and a long-term profession.

Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment processes and equipment


• Utilize SCADA systems and conduct process control testing


• Operate stationary and mobile equipment safely


• Perform routine inspections, laboratory sampling, and minor maintenance activities


• Comply with state and federal regulations


• Work independently and as part of a team while exercising sound judgment and effective communication


• Perform physical labor, including reaching, bending, stooping, crawling, standing for extended periods, and lifting 75 pounds on a regular basis, with occasional lifting above that weight


• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions


• Respond to emergencies during and outside normal work hours

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Vocational or technical training is a plus


• Valid driver's license required


• Ability to obtain an Illinois EPA Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Works Operator Certification within two years of hire


• Subject to residence requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bloomington and Normal Water Reclamation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Protecting Public Health. Preserving the Environment. Building Careers.

Join BNWRD and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community every day.