Water Treatment Plant Relief Operator

City of Hamilton, Ohio; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

OPERS retirement plans

Job summary

City of Hamilton, Ohio is seeking a Relief Operator for the Water Production Division to support routine and short-notice vacancies. The role involves operating water treatment plants, monitoring chemical dosing, and maintaining equipment during assigned shifts.

Training to meet Ohio EPA Class I standards is provided and adherence to safety policies is mandatory. The position offers on-site work with a salary contingent on the operating license held, plus holiday pay and shift incentives.

Qualifications

• Must pass Class I Water Supply Operator exam within six months of hire.
• High school diploma or GED verification required for finalists.
• Preferred: Class I/II/III Water Plant Operator Certificate (OH EPA).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and adjust water pumps and chemical feed equipment.
• Monitor operation and record readings; prepare routine reports.
• Supervise and coordinate shift/work assignments to ensure full performance and safety.
• Lift and handle chemical bags up to 60 pounds daily.
• Operate and monitor plant controls, pumps, and chemical feeders.
• Inspect and maintain plant equipment and housekeeping areas.
• Monitor water chemistry and adjust chemicals to ensure quality water.
• Assist maintenance crew and support on-call overtime coverage as needed.

Skills

Water treatment

Pumping equipment

Chemical handling

Shift work

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Education

Class I Water Supply Operator certification (OH)

High School Diploma or GED

Class II/III Water Plant Operator Certificate (OH EPA)

Job description

City of Hamilton, Ohio is seeking a Relief Operator for the Water Production Division to support routine and short-notice vacancies. The role involves operating water treatment plants, monitoring chemical dosing, and maintaining equipment during assigned shifts.

Training to meet Ohio EPA Class I standards is provided and adherence to safety policies is mandatory. The position offers on-site work with a salary contingent on the operating license held, plus holiday pay and shift incentives.