Plant Attendant/Operator Wastewater Plant

Wilmington - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Plant Attendant/Operator I - Wastewater

The City of Wilmington is seeking a full-time Attendant/Operator for the Wastewater Department. Under the supervision of the Chief Operator the Attendant/Operator maintains the wastewater treatment facility including plant grounds and related pump station; conducts laboratory analysis; ensures chemical levels are monitored and maintained; performs inspections; and maintains records reports and suppliesin accordance with the City of Wilmington Ordinances Personnel Policies OSHA safety laws and any other State and Federal authority.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

Maintains records and prepares reports and monthly billing of septic receiving vehicle and building fuel costs
Assists Chief Operator (Pretreatment Coordinator) with setting of samplers flow meters and other devices used to monitor influent and effluent flows to and from the plant
Enters data in OP-10 Lab Bench Sheets and other EPA required documents and creates new forms as needed by other employees and for daily job activities
Process control and lab analysis for plant and N.P.D.E.S. permit
Operates and regulates pumps valves and other essential equipment
Helps in maintaining plant structures and surrounding grounds; shovels and pushes snow; mows grass as needed.
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to plan equipment as needed; helps maintenance personnel with major repairs to tanks motors pumps lift stations vehicles and all other major repairs; cleans and washes trucks.
Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed; attends training and seminars as directed
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required. A combination of education experience and training that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities may also be considered.
Must hold a valid State of Ohio drivers license and maintain insurability under the Citys vehicle insurance policy.
Must obtain an Ohio EPA Class I Wastewater Operators License within two (2) years of hire.

COMPENSATION:
Pay is in accordance with the Citys approved pay plan and depends on licensure status.

Unlicensed candidates (Plant Attendant): Starting pay is $20.04 per hour
Licensed candidates (Ohio EPA Class I Wastewater Operator): Starting pay is $23.20 per hour.

The deadline to submit an application is Thursday September 25 2025 at 4:00 PM.

The written test will take place on Wednesday October 1 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Community Room of the Municipal Building located at 69 N. South Street Wilmington Ohio.

A score of 70% or greater is required for an interview.

The City of Wilmington is an equal opportunity employer. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process please contact the City of Wilmington Department of Human Resources via email or phone . Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

Plant Attendant/Operator I - WastewaterThe City of Wilmington is seeking a full-time Attendant/Operator for the Wastewater Department. Under the supervision of the Chief Operator the Attendant/Operator maintains the wastewater treatment facility including plant grounds and related pump station; cond...

Maintains records and prepares reports and monthly billing of septic receiving vehicle and building fuel costs
Assists Chief Operator (Pretreatment Coordinator) with setting of samplers flow meters and other devices used to monitor influent and effluent flows to and from the plant
Enters data in OP-10 Lab Bench Sheets and other EPA required documents and creates new forms as needed by other employees and for daily job activities
Process control and lab analysis for plant and N.P.D.E.S. permit
Operates and regulates pumps valves and other essential equipment
Helps in maintaining plant structures and surrounding grounds; shovels and pushes snow; mows grass as needed.
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to plan equipment as needed; helps maintenance personnel with major repairs to tanks motors pumps lift stations vehicles and all other major repairs; cleans and washes trucks.
Attends meetings and serves on committees as directed; attends training and seminars as directed
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required. A combination of education experience and training that provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities may also be considered.
Must hold a valid State of Ohio drivers license and maintain insurability under the Citys vehicle insurance policy.
Must obtain an Ohio EPA Class I Wastewater Operators License within two (2) years of hire.

COMPENSATION:
Pay is in accordance with the Citys approved pay plan and depends on licensure status.

Unlicensed candidates (Plant Attendant): Starting pay is $20.04 per hour
Licensed candidates (Ohio EPA Class I Wastewater Operator): Starting pay is $23.20 per hour.