Water & Wastewater Plant Operator I — Technical Ops & Maintenance

ISAWWA; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Village of Mokena is seeking a full-time Water & Wastewater Plant Operator in the Utilities Department. This technical role involves operating and maintaining the village’s wastewater treatment facility, water distribution system, lift stations, pumping facilities, and related equipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, IEPA certifications, and a valid Illinois CDL with potential to obtain higher licensure. Open until filled; EOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• IEPA Public Water Supply Class C certification and/or IEPA Wastewater Treatment Works Operator Class 4 certification.
• Valid Illinois Class B CDL; must obtain Class A CDL within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wastewater treatment equipment to ensure proper facility operation.
• Read meters and record pump readings, chemical usage, and other data.
• Adjust wastewater treatment processes as directed.
• Assist with maintenance of pumps, valves, blowers, motors, and related equipment.
• Collect wastewater samples and perform laboratory testing and calculations.
• Maintain operating logs and facility documentation.

Skills

Reading meters

Laboratory testing

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Data recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

IEPA Public Water Supply Class C certification

IEPA Wastewater Treatment Works Operator Class 4 certification

Illinois Class B CDL (w/ ability to obtain Class A in 180 days)

Job description

The Village of Mokena is seeking a full-time Water & Wastewater Plant Operator in the Utilities Department. This technical role involves operating and maintaining the village’s wastewater treatment facility, water distribution system, lift stations, pumping facilities, and related equipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, IEPA certifications, and a valid Illinois CDL with potential to obtain higher licensure. Open until filled; EOE.