Water Treatment Plant Operator: 24/7 Essential Role

City-of-Frederic; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Frederick is seeking a Water Treatment Operator I–IV to manage daily operations at the Water Treatment Plant. The position supports EPA/MDE/SDWA compliance, with shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays. Essential duties cover SCADA monitoring, chemical dosing, sampling, and record-keeping.

Multiple operator levels offer progression; pay ranges from $24.11 to $29.95 per hour. Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and ability to obtain T-4 certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Ability to obtain Operator In Training Water Treatment Class 4 (T-4) certificate within 45 days of hire.
• Valid Vehicle Operator’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to maintain the license and certifications for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment plant equipment and SCADA systems.
• Record meter readings, lab results, and operate valves and pumps under supervision.
• Collect water samples and conduct routine laboratory tests (chlorine residual, pH, DO, turbidity).
• Maintain plant equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and keep facilities clean.

Skills

SCADA

Citect SCADA

PLC

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

English

Math basics

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

GED or equivalent

Tools

SCADA software

Citect SCADA

PLC software

Job description

City of Frederick is seeking a Water Treatment Operator I–IV to manage daily operations at the Water Treatment Plant. The position supports EPA/MDE/SDWA compliance, with shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays. Essential duties cover SCADA monitoring, chemical dosing, sampling, and record-keeping.

Multiple operator levels offer progression; pay ranges from $24.11 to $29.95 per hour. Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and ability to obtain T-4 certification