WWTP Trainee

City of Warren; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

City of Warren is hiring a WWTP Trainee to assist in operation and maintenance of the Waste Water Treatment Plant and pumping facilities. You will perform semi-skilled tasks and collaborate with a GELC 227 colleague on building and equipment upkeep.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, relevant post-secondary studies, and a Michigan driver’s license with a clean driving record. Salary ranges from $22.09 to $28.77 per hour, after three years of service, with a strong benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of post-secondary schooling in mechanical/engineering/tech.
• Official transcripts or license when applying.
• Michigan driver’s license required with insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform varied semi-skilled tasks in Waste Water Treatment and pumping plant operations.
• Work with GELC 227 employee of higher classification on related site upkeep.

Skills

Computer operation

Driver's license

Insurability of driving record

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year of post-secondary schooling in mechanical/engineering/tech

Job description

Pay Rate: $22.09/hour - $28.77/hour (After 3 years)

Job Status: Sourcing

The City of Warren is accepting applications for the position of WWTP Trainee. Employees in this position may be asked to perform varied semi-skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of a Waste Water Treatment and/or Sewage pumping plant, while working with a GELC 227 employee of a higher classification, including work involving the maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Original diploma required with application
• Experience in the operation of a personnel computer.
• Successful completion of a minimum of one year of full-time schooling beyond the high school level in a mechanical trade, pre-engineering curriculum, or applied science or applied technology curriculum, or hold a Michigan Class D operator's license.
• Official, sealed transcripts or copy of license required at time of application
• Possession of a license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Michigan.
• Driving record must meet the city standards to be insurable.

Pay rate: $22.09/hour - $28.77/hour (After 3 years)

• Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Deadline: October 13, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670.