Wastewater Operator II

The City of Boise is hiring Wastewater Operators II to join our water renewal team. We're hiring for both our Lander Street and West Boise Water Renewal Facilities. In this role, you’ll operate, monitor, and maintain advanced wastewater treatment systems to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. The work is performed with some independence and supports other utility functions as needed.

This position works four 10-hour shifts per week.

This is meaningful work that supports essential city services and comes with outstanding benefits.

• Zero-premium healthcare for you and your family
• Lifetime pension through PERSI
• Generous time off: 3 weeks' vacation, 96 hours sick, 12 holidays
• Paid parental leave, student loan forgiveness eligibility, wellness incentives, and more

If you’re looking for a stable, hands-on role where your skills make a difference, this could be it.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant experience.

• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a valid Idaho Wastewater Treatment Operator Class I or Operator in Training (OIT) license within six months of appointment.
• Ability to obtain and comply with annual continuing education requirements for license renewal.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Drug Free Workplace:
  In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.

This position is required to handle hazardous materials that if mishandled, place the general public at risk of serious injury.

Operates and adjusts complex industrial equipment and processes used in advanced wastewater treatment and nutrient recovery systems. Utilizes complex automated computer control systems to remotely monitor and adjust equipment and processes. Reviews historical data to identify trends and optimize processes.

Conducts routine inspections and troubleshoots equipment failures to identify maintenance needs. Initiates corrective work orders and coordinates with maintenance staff on repairs and maintenance procedures. Performs minor repairs of equipment as necessary. Keeps accurate records of maintenance activity to ensure regulatory compliance.

Collects and analyzes process and compliance samples utilizing established laboratory procedures. Records operational data and laboratory test results. Adjusts and calibrates automated sampling and laboratory test equipment. Isolates and de-energizes various hydraulic, pneumatic and electrified lines, pipes and pits. Monitors conditions for various hazardous atmospheres.

Monitors chemical deliveries and loading and unloading of products and supplies. Operates light, medium and heavy equipment to load and unload products and supplies and transport supplies within the facility site.

Attends and completes assigned training as required to ensure compliance with city policy, and state and federal regulations. Maintains professional licensing and certification. Conducts tours of facilities and responds to public inquiries. Maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment and monitors site security.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Knowledge of:

• hydraulic flows based on resistance pathways and the influence of head pressures or competing sources of pressure;
• electrical currents and capacitance storage;
• potential energy sources such as air-actuated valves and head pressures when isolating equipment…