Operator; Waste Water Plant

Description: Under general supervision, assists in the daily operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, involving the collection and treatment of wastewater; performs related work as required.

• Assists in the daily operation of the wastewater plant, including start-up and/or shut-down of plant equipment, involving collection and treatment of wastewater in compliance with established procedures, and standards and federal and state laws and administrative regulations.
• Operates and maintains wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, conveyors, blowers, rakes, clarifiers, and other equipment.
• Monitors and regulates the flow of wastewater through the treatment processes, adjusts valves, and gates.
• Monitors and reports on operation of lift stations in accordance with established standards.
• Assist lab personnel in collection of wastewater samples.
• Maintains logs, records, and reports related to work.
• Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of spare parts, chemicals, equipment, and tools.
• Assists with minor construction projects.
• Assists with cleaning of plant and grounds.
• Attends continuing education programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) - required.
• Driver’s license – required.
• Previous applicable experience – preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of wastewater plant operations.
• Knowledge of federal, state laws and administrative regulations with reference to wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with safety standards.
• Working knowledge of math and chemistry.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware and applicable software programs.

Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, and the general public.
• Physical ability to work for extended periods of time during all weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Ability to work hours during the day but may be expected to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and supervision.

Physical Requirements of the Job

• Work involves sitting at a desk or table.
• Work is performed outdoors regardless of weather conditions, requiring intermittent standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, gripping, and grasping.
• Must lift objects over 50 lbs.
• Must operate vehicle and equipment; exposed to machinery and its moving parts.
• Required to be in high places, confined spaces, and using stairs and ladders.
• Exposed to fumes, chemicals, and toxic substances as a requirement of the job.

Certification Requirements

• Must possess, or obtain Class I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky within the first 18 months of employment.
• Must be willing to receive Class II through Class IV license if offered and required after meeting experience requirements for each class license.

Salary Information: $19.41-$21.63/hour
Final date to receive applications: 08/06/2026

Applicants may apply online by sending resumes to HR. The City of Murray is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Murray
Human Resources
500 Main Street
Murray, KY 42071