Water Treatment Operator Trainee — Hands-On Training

City of Asheville, North Carolina; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Asheville, North Carolina is seeking a full-time Water Plant Operator trainee to join our water treatment team. This on-the-job training role offers practical hands-on experience under supervision, with a path to obtaining the Class C Surface Water Treatment License within 6 months.

You will learn treatment processes, monitor operations, collect samples, and maintain logs while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational or technical training in water treatment preferred.
• Prior work experience is welcomed.
• Must obtain Class C Surface Water Treatment License within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment plant processes using SCADA.
• Maintain chemical feeds, records, and logs.
• Read meters and logs; collect and test water samples; perform QC tests.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs; housekeeping and grounds upkeep.
• Maintain knowledge of laws, regulations, and attend trainings.
• Coordinate with supervisor and city staff to review status and resolve problems.
• Enter and manage data using computer systems.

Skills

SCADA operation

Water treatment operations

Documentation & reporting

Laboratory sampling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical water treatment training

Job description

City of Asheville, North Carolina is seeking a full-time Water Plant Operator trainee to join our water treatment team. This on-the-job training role offers practical hands-on experience under supervision, with a path to obtaining the Class C Surface Water Treatment License within 6 months.

You will learn treatment processes, monitor operations, collect samples, and maintain logs while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.