Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator

National Rural Water Association; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 41,865 - 50,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid retirement (PERS)

Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Job summary

The National Rural Water Association, located in Fallon, Nevada, seeks a Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator responsible for managing the city’s water and wastewater utilities. The position involves operating a 9.7 MGD arsenic removal facility and conducting routine maintenance and chemical analysis to ensure water quality.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, one year of relevant experience, and need to obtain specific Nevada water treatment certifications within a set timeframe. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• One year on-the-job experience as a water or wastewater treatment operator.
• Current NDEP Water Treatment Operator Grade T-2 (preferably T-4) or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Current NDEP Wastewater Operator Grade 1 (preferably Grade 3) or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain daily operations of the water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Perform routine chemical laboratory analyses and report accurate results.
• Install, calibrate, and train personnel on new processes and equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of equipment

Basic chemistry

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical or trade/tech education

Tools

SCADA

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The City of Fallon, Nevada seeks a Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator for salary grade 8 with a range of $30.39 to $37.02 per hour, depending on experience. The operator will manage the city’s water and wastewater utilities, operating a 9.7 MGD arsenic removal facility, well field, booster stations, and a 2.2 MGD sequential batch reactor.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Grade 8 – $30.39 to $37.02 /h (starting salary based on experience)

Benefits include 100 % employer‑paid retirement (PERS), medical, vision, dental and life insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and possible reimbursement for reasonable moving expenses.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain daily operations of the water and wastewater treatment facilities, including routine chemical dosage, pump selection, and balancing flows.
• Operate SCADA and PC‑based systems to calculate flows, chemical dosages, and monitor water quality.
• Maintain treatment equipment, troubleshoot instrumentation, mechanical equipment, and microprocessor‑based controllers; generate and record work orders.
• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and use proper PPE, participating in required safety training.
• Perform routine chemical laboratory analyses, maintain quality control, and report accurate results.
• Install, calibrate, start up and train personnel on new processes and equipment.
• Attend professional meetings, stay abreast of industry trends and innovations.
• Respond to and resolve consumer inquiries and complaints.
• Operate 24/7 facilities with normal hours 6 a.m.–3 p.m., with flexibility according to demand.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Ability

• Knowledge of equipment, tools, occupational hazards, safety practices, cleaning methods and chemical mixing.
• Basic chemistry and ability to use software such as Word, Excel, SCADA.
• Ability to read technical manuals, troubleshoot instruments, communicate effectively, use hand and power tools, and practice workplace safety.
• Ability to work in a team and pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Experience and Training

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year on‑the‑job experience as a water or wastewater treatment operator.
• Mechanical or trade/tech education, organizational skills, and team‑player ability.
• Current Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) Water Treatment Operator Grade T‑2 (preferably T‑4) or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Current NDEP Wastewater Operator Grade 1 (preferably Grade 3) or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Physical and Perceptual Capabilities

• Bend, stoop, kneel and climb; lift or carry objects greater than 50 lb.
• Perform repetitive hand and foot motions.
• Repeatedly stand up and sit down.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor environments; transition between them.
• Occasional heavy lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting.
• Noise and equipment distractions; work sometimes without supervision.

Employment Status

• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Classification: OE3 – Grade 8
• Start Date: 6/8/2026 (Version)