Water Plant Operator

WATER PLANT OPERATOR

The Water Plant Operator performs duties involved in the operation of equipment and machinery at the water plant and wells to ensure plant operates at top efficiency; performs lab test, maintenance, repairs, building maintenance, painting, cleaning and construction work on water mains, valves, hydrants and related structures. 

This position reports to the Utility Superintendent. This position requires a high school education or GED equivalent.  One year of other schooling to include ground water training, or similar field is desired. Must possess a Wisconsin Water Operators License G-T, D-T, and I-T or be able to obtain in one year or 2 DNR testing cycles.  Have a valid CDL with B, C, N air brakes endorsement.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a high ability to follow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions, have a working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in water plant maintenance and operation activities as well as maintain a strong work ethic, and commitment to serving our residents. Salary based on experience but not less than $19.57 per hour.

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To ensure consideration, return applications to steffenc@platteville.org by January 22nd or mail to:

City of Platteville
c/o Colette Steffen
75 N Bonson Street
PO Box 780
Platteville, WI 53818