WWTP Operator I or II

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Jefferson City, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202602m
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 01/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
The City of Jefferson is now accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I or II for the Wastewater Division. This position will primarily operate and maintain plant treatment equipment and transport and apply bio-solids as part of the biosolids land application program.

Examples of Duties
Level I:
Operates, maintains and cleans plant equipment, including the sludge de-watering system and the head works building; operates fork lifts, fire hoses and other heavy equipment as needed.

Assists maintenance staff with pump stations, including on call rotation.

Operates UV equipment, spreader truck and other related equipment to deliver and apply bio-solids for agricultural use.

Maintains treatment plant grounds, including cutting grass, emptying dumpsters and cleaning buildings.

The position also performs and evaluates water quality, process control tests, regulatory analysis, collections system sampling, , and performs some lab procedures associated with S  and lagoon.

Processes paperwork and orders materials.

Level II:

In addition to Level I, fills in for Supervisor when needed.

Typical Qualifications
Level I:
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a Missouri Class D Wastewater Operator License within 12 months of hire and a Missouri Class B Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of hire with air brakes if working with Land Application.

Level II:
In addition to Level I this position requires three years' wastewater operations work experience; and a Missouri Class C Wastewater Operator License.
Abilities:
Physical:
Ability to lift fire hoses and other equipment weighing up to 100 pounds; work with hazardous chemicals; and withstand extreme weather conditions.
Mental:
Ability to concentrate while operating dangerous equipment; perform process control of the plant; assist and understand lab analysis; read and understand 0 & M manual; and perform basic troubleshooting.
Supplemental Information

On the job training will be provided for wastewater license and CDL.

Specific job title and salary depend on qualifications. The minimum starting annual salary for Wastewater Operator I is $44,880.74 and the maximum salary annual for the Wastewater Operator II is $70,914.04.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be expected to perform other duties as necessary for the effective operation of the department and the City.

EEO-M/F/D/V
This position receives full benefits including: holiday, vacation, sick and other leaves; health, life, dental, and disabiity insurance benefits; optional dependent and other insurance benefits; LAGERS pension benefits;
Employee Assistance Plan; paid training; and other fringe benefits.
01

Do you have a Missouri Class Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's License? If so, please listed the class you currently obtain.
02

Do you have a Missouri Class B Commercial Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question