Libertyville, IL – Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

The Village of Libertyville is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I to be responsible for performing a variety of duties associated with the maintenance and operation of the Village’s four mgd wastewater treatment plant, fifteen sanitary lift stations and one stormwater pump station. Occasional weekend and after-hours duties are required.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I

Public Works

$70,097 – $78,000 (Dependent upon relevant experience)

$70,097 – $102,083

• IMRF eligible
• Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter
• Optional 457 plan participation
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave and personal days
• Tuition reimbursement
• PSLF eligible

Open Until Filled

• Practices and procedures for safe operations of materials, machinery, vehicles and equipment necessary for the treatment plant, lift station, and pump station maintenance and operation
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable for public works maintenance
• Reading and following work orders
• Use of hand and power tools
• Follow safety precautions and recognize hazards
• Communicate orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Respond to emergency calls outside of normal work hours as needed, which includes, but not limited to severe weather and flooding events

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• A minimum of two years of experience in the maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment facilities
• A minimum State of Illinois EPA Class 4 Wastewater Operator’s License
• Valid State of Illinois Class D Driver’s License

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works involves exposure to confined spaces, potential physical harm, dangerous machinery, hazardous materials and potentially infectious disease and performs moderate to heavy work in all types of weather.

There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, climb, kneel, bend, balance, and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs. individually and 100 lbs. with assistance) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.

Candidates should apply with a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Human Resources at  with the subject line “WWTP Operator”. If candidates do not have a resume and prefer an application, please email the contact above. Position open until filled.

The Village of Libertyville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.