Water Sources & Plant Manager

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Job Details

What is the compensation package

Pay Rate: (G38) $97024 - $144033 per year (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena a Provo Library card 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course a 4/10 work schedule and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties (Click here for the full list of duties and requirements.)

• Manage daily operations programs staff and resources for the Citys drinking water sources section to meet service demands and emergency response needs.

• Oversee operation of drinking water source facilities and treatment processes to maintain reliable service and compliance with applicable local State and Federal regulations.

• Inspect maintain and plan improvements for reservoirs springs pump houses chlorination systems pressure regulator stations meters telemetry equipment valves and related infrastructure.

• Monitor source production pumping chlorination and water quality activities.

• Determine which drinking water sources are placed online based on operational conditions and system needs.

• Coordinate water sampling reporting and compliance documentation with regulatory agencies and other government partners.

• Plan and manage chemical purchasing storage handling use and safety procedures for drinking water treatment operations.

• Develop and administer the section budget oversee purchasing and expenditures and prepare specifications for contracts equipment and service needs.

• Develop implement and evaluate service programs policies procedures goals records logs and administrative reports to improve operational effectiveness.

• Supervise assigned employees including hiring training scheduling performance management discipline and compliance with City personnel policies.

• Develop and manage safety and risk management programs for assigned staff and facilities.

• Resolve complex operational and personnel issues and perform related duties as required.

What are the minimum requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Six (6) years of professional water operator experience 2 years of which must have been in a program management or supervisory capacity. Additional education may be substituted for non-supervisory experience as allowed by the State of Utah for unrestricted water operator certification.

• A valid lawful Commercial Driver License with Hazmat Materials Endorsement (HME).

• An Unrestricted Grade IV Utah Water Systems Operator.

• A Grade IV Utah Water Treatment Operator is preferred.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held on July 15 2026. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

Provo is a strong community-centered city with thriving neighborhoods dedicated residents and a deep tradition of service and innovation. We build on these strengths by making city government more transparent and efficient expanding diverse and affordable housing revitalizing local business districts and investing in smarter infrastructure and transportation. By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant connected and welcoming for families students seniors and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed friendly economically vibrant and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.