WWTP Operator II (2026-039)

City-of-Woodbur; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Women, veterans, and minorities areEnc

Job summary

City of Woodburn is seeking a Wastewater Operator II to perform journey level and skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and related facilities. The role includes preventive maintenance, sampling, data interpretation, and supporting pump stations and reuse systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years in a related facility operation, plus a valid Oregon driver’s license and certifications such as forklift and first

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED with 3+ years in wastewater operations or equivalent.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and ability to meet driving standards.
• Training/certifications: Forklift, First aid/CPR (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain City of Woodburn wastewater plant, poplar tree facilities and reuse systems.
• Collect samples and perform process testing and data interpretation.
• Operate and assist in maintaining pump stations, conveyance systems, water reuse and biosolids handling equipment.
• Perform grounds landscaping, building maintenance and facility housekeeping duties.

Skills

Driver's license

First aid/CPR

Forklift certification

3 years experience

Education

HS or GED

Job description

WWTP Operator II, Woodburn, $29.04 - $40.45

Employment Type

Full Time

Application Start Date

09-14-2026

Application End Date

10-09-2026

Location

Woodburn

State/County

OR

97071

Country

United States

Work Style

On-site

Experience

3 years

Education

HS or GED

Description

City of Woodburn is looking for a Wastewater Operator II to perform journey level, skilled and semi-skilled, work in theoperation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment plant, poplar tree facilities and reuse systems. The position isresponsible for performing preventative maintenance tasks, sample collection and process testing, gathering andinterpreting data, operate and assist in maintaining the City pump stations, conveyance systems, water reuse and bio-solidshandling equipment, perform grounds landscaping, building maintenance, and facility housekeeping duties.

High School degree or G.E.D with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a related operation and maintenance of aWastewater Treatment facility or a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employmentstandard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities and to be able to obtain the certification perDEQ.

• Ability to meet the City of Woodburn's driving standards
• Valid Oregon class C driver's license
• Must pass the pre-employment background check
• Possess the following training/certifications or ability to obtain and maintain after employment: Forklift, first aid/CPR

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion ofveterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points,please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time ofyour application.

City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerWomen, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply