Senior Water Utility Technician; Wastewater Operations

Job Title: Senior Water Utility Technician Wastewater Operations (3071)

Organization: City of Naperville, Illinois

Location: DPU - W Springbrook Water Reclamation Center, 3712 Plainfield/Naperville

Job Type: Full‑time

Closing Date: Monday, January 26th, 12:00 p.m.

Salary: $30.3975 per hour at Step 1 (2025). 2026 wage to be implemented with a new collective bargaining agreement.

The City of Naperville Water Utility seeks a Senior Water Utility Technician for the Springbrook Wastewater Operations division to perform skilled and semi‑skilled work in the operation, inspection, and repair of the City’s wastewater operations facility. The position is represented by IBEW Local 196.

• Observe and adjust performance of biological and physical treatment units; perform related limited maintenance.
• Calculate required pumping and chemical feed rates.
• Collect and analyze wastewater and biosolids samples for process control.
• Gather and record operations data for treatment units and process parameters.
• Operate equipment to dewater biosolids.
• Operate various vehicular equipment: tractors, rubber‑tire loaders, backhoe/loaders, trucks.
• Monitor work zones for unsafe conditions, take corrective action, report to supervisors, and adhere to safety policies.
• Perform janitorial duties for the Administration Building and other structures.
• Maintain plant site and grounds: snow removal, mowing, installing and maintaining landscaping.
• Provide input to Supervisors regarding operation and condition of treatment processes; suggest changes.
• May direct temporary employees’ work activities as assigned.
• Operate and adjust controls for City’s water supply facilities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Minimum three years of responsible experience operating and maintaining advanced wastewater or water supply facilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater Operator certification.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License; must obtain Class C license within three months of hire.

• Training in wastewater/water treatment, mechanical maintenance, or related field.

The City of Naperville, Illinois, with a population of 153,000, is located 28 miles west of Chicago. The city is noted for its family‑friendly environment, excellent schools, low crime, and vibrant downtown. The municipal government employs over 900 individuals and offers a collaborative workplace with a competitive benefits package.

Apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications must be completed thoroughly; resumes must be attached to the application. Include requested education, experience, attachments, and other information. Incomplete applications may be rejected.

Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

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