W/WW Operator-Apprentice II, III, IV
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Utility Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Under general supervision, the Operator Apprentice, I, II, III, IV performs various operational and maintenance activities within the water treatment facility (lime softening plant and membrane plant), raw water facilities, water distribution facilities, and residuals facility. Incumbents are responsible for monitoring the operating conditions of equipment within these facilities, assisting the supervisor in planning daily operational strategies for water flow quantity and water source assisting in plant maintenance activities, and coordinating routine maintenance and repairs to equipment.
Incumbent also performs operations, maintenance, repairs, or notifies supervisor of conditions warranting attention to ensure the facilities proper operation. This position works rotating shifts and in pairs with other operators to perform these activities. Rotating day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts are all applicable to this position.
Hourly rate varies based up which level of licensure the applicant may possess based on the following…
Apprentice / limited or no experience with no North Dakota Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification = Grade 8 Step 3 starting wage = $24.44/hr
Possess Current Grade I North Dakota Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification = Grade 10 Step 3 starting wage = $28.50/hr
Possess Current Grade II North Dakota Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification = Grade 11 Step 3 starting wage = $30.80/hr
Possess Current Grade III North Dakota Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification = Grade 12 Step 3 starting wage = $33.23/hr
Possess Current Grade IV North Dakota Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification = Grade 13 Step 3 to step 5 DOE starting wage = $35.89 to $37.93/hr
The Operator Apprentice, I, II, III, IV is responsible for the quality and accuracy of his/her own work in ensuring the water treatment facility meets Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) water quality regulations and other operational targets. The position provides training to other Operators and water utility staff, depending on experience and expertise. The position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment having a high dollar value.
- Assists in developing and documenting standard operating procedures for all activities;
- Meets with supervisors at shift change to coordinate any follow-up work related to prior shift;
- Maintains records and prepares periodic reports regarding work unit activities, equipment operation, etc. to provide supervisor with information and to ensure compliance with department rules and state and federal regulations
- Assists Maintenance Supervisor with major repairs as assigned.
- Observes and listens to equipment to determine malfunctions or parts in need of replacement;
- Operates equipment;
- Performs minor repairs such as cleaning out a chemical feed equipment, replacing parts, or calls for maintenance staff;
- Conducts assessments and troubleshooting of membrane and reverse osmosis equipment;
- Performs fiber repairs in the Ultrafiltration system of the membrane plant;
- Cleans and replace filters in the treatment processes as directed by Supervisor.
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