Wastewater Operator
Wastewater Operator
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Job Description
HIRING RANGE DOQ: $25.89 - $28.02 hourly
DEADLINE FOR FILING: Friday August 22 2025
JOB SUMMARY
The City of Sioux Falls is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator who is passionate about keeping our community and the environment this role youll work with a team at the largest wastewater treatment plant in South Dakota using hands-on skills and technology to make sure we comply with our discharge permit.
If youre a motivated reliable person who cares about making a difference enjoys working with your hands and wants to learn and grow in a solid career wed love to hear from you!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or GED certification supplemented by two (2) years advanced or specialized education or vocational training or a minimum of two (2) years experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility; or any such combination of education experience and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
Willing to work varied schedules and rotating shifts to accommodate a 24-hour-per-day 7-day-per-week operation.
Must possess a valid South Dakota Wastewater Operators Certificate within one year of hire.
Possession of a valid drivers license is desirable.
The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture Values and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!
OUR CULTURE
Sioux Falls is growing exponentially and we need you to join our team of 1400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.
Theres a role for every interest from public safety and health to culture and recreation to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.
Our core values of safety teamwork innovation character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment growth through learning and training and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.
OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY
Competitive salary with other public and industry positions including step advancements.
The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
Health Dental and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single 2-party and family.
11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.
Employment Type
Full-Time
