Water Treatment Plant Operator & Maintenance Tech

Stcharlescitymo; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

HSA

Pension L6

Deferred compensation

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee assistance

Educational benefits

Job summary

The City of Saint Charles Public Works Department is seeking a Waterworks Maintenance Mechanic/Operator to operate and maintain water treatment facilities and related equipment. This non-exempt, full-time role requires rotating day/night shifts and potential overtime to ensure uninterrupted water service.

Responsibilities include sampling, data recording, lab testing, and maintaining plant instrumentation, with required certifications and a valid MO driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years post-secondary training and 2 years utility experience.
• Valid Missouri driver's license.
• Department of Natural Resources Class C (B, or A) Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Preferred; minimum Class D with ability to obtain Class C or higher within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water treatment plant systems, pump stations, generators, gauges, pumps, filters, controls and equipment.
• Collect bacteriological and other samples as required by MDNR.
• Monitor performance of equipment and record data; operate control systems and charts; write reports as required.
• Collect samples and test water characteristics per local, state and federal requirements; prepare reports.
• Perform quality control tests on lab equipment and chart results.
• Calibrate instrumentation and control equipment including recorders and water quality monitoring equipment.
• Work rotating shifts including days, nights, and 4-hour Friday shift; overtime as needed.
• Respond to emergency calls and notify supervisors.

Education

High school diploma or GED with 2 years post-secondary training in biology/environmental science/chemistry or closely related field and 2 years utility experience

Job description

The City of Saint Charles Public Works Department is seeking a Waterworks Maintenance Mechanic/Operator to operate and maintain water treatment facilities and related equipment. This non-exempt, full-time role requires rotating day/night shifts and potential overtime to ensure uninterrupted water service.

Responsibilities include sampling, data recording, lab testing, and maintaining plant instrumentation, with required certifications and a valid MO driver’s license.