Water Treatment Plant Operator III

Water Treatment Plant Operator III

Salary

$8,498.00 - $10,332.00 Monthly

Location

Sultan, WA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

A26027

Department

Public Works

Division

Water Filtration Plant

Opening Date

03/18/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Nature of Work

The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/continuous basis for the Civil Service examination process for Water Treatment Plant Operator III at the City's Water Treatment Plant in Sultan, WA. Salary listed. Applications Reviewed on a Weekly Basis and Interviews Scheduled as Needed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

* Possess a valid Washington State Department of Health Level III Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate OR

* Possess a valid Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate recognized as an equivalent to the Washington State Level III Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate by the Association of Boards of Certification AND obtain a Washington State Level III Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate within six (6) months of hire.

* Obtain within six (6) months of hire and maintain a forklift operator certification in accordance with Washington Division of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) rules.

* Possession of a valid driver license at the date of hire, and the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License within 30 days of the date of hire.

If a candidate holds an Operator certification from a state other than Washington State, to qualify for RECIPROCITY, the candidate must:

* Meet Washington education and experience requirements.

* Have received a Washington state approved passing score on an Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) standardized exam within the current exam cycle or previous exam cycle.

* Hold a valid certification in good standing.

* Pay the application fee.

We have full reciprocity with:

* Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona, Massachusetts, Montana, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wyoming

We have conditional reciprocity with:

* Oregon - if certification was received by taking a 2013, or later, standardized ABC exam

* Nevada - if certification was received by taking the 2017 standardized ABC exam

* Colorado - for levels A-D, not for class S

* Utah - if certificate is not a restricted certificate

* New York - if exam score is 70 percent or higher

We do not have reciprocity with:

* California, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, or Texas

Why Everett?

Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth, value work-life balance.

The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.

The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, and basic life insurance plans. An increased pay rate is available to those who possess or obtain a Level IV Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position, : AFSCME Benefit Guide.

CITY OF EVERETT WATER FILTRATION PLANT

Our Operators play a critical role in delivering roughly 100 million gallons of drinking water daily to over 640,000 customers, about seventy-five percent of Snohomish County. The Water Filtration Plant (WFP) is nestled in the valley just north of Sultan, WA on the Chaplain Reservoir, offering majestic views of the Cascade Mountains. The WFP plans to spend over $18 million dollars in capital improvements over the next five years and as an operator you will play a critical role in these capital investments.

Grow your skills with a city that supports its Operators, in both on-the-job training and meeting professional growth requirements.

About the Job

The Water Treatment Plant Operator III has responsible charge of operating and maintaining the Everett Water Filtration Plant and related facilities. The work and duties of those in this classification ensure that the plant processes meet all regulatory requirements on a continual basis, and that established policies and procedures for plant operation are followed. Work in this class involves acting as the lead shift operator in the continuous operation of Everett's Water Filtration Plant (WTP) and related facilities, including the adjustment, repair, and maintenance of equipment.

The work also involves the supervision and training of Water Treatment Plant Operators in lower levels. Employees in this class may act as the senior water treatment plant operator in his/her absence and at the direction of the chief…