Water Treatment Plant Utility Worker

Water Treatment Plant Utility Worker

Applications reviews begin January 5th, 2026

Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate:
Dependent on experience and certifications

Pay Grade 6:
No License | Pay Grade 7:
Grade I License | Pay Grade 8:
Grade II License | Pay Grade 9:
Grade III or IV License

West Des Moines Water Works is now accepting applications for a Water Treatment Plant Utility Worker. Successful candidates will be under general supervision, operate and maintain water supply, treatment, pumping and storage, residual handling and standby power facilities. Covers vacations and sick leave for Water Treatment Plant Operator shifts in their absence or covers plant operation as directed by supervisor. Shift coverage may include day, evening, night, weekends, short notice and holidays or any combination.

When not covering for operations, this position will work weekdays assisting with maintenance on water production facilities.

• Follows procedures by which the water supply and treatment facilities can be operated in order to produce water which is equal to or better than Federal and State requirements for water quality
• Sample and test water to assure the quality of water produced
• Follows procedures for operation of water quality laboratory, collect and test water samples for bacteria (presence‑absence or comparable method)
• Compiles records as required by the Water Works including checking and recording gauge readings
• Cleans equipment and portions of buildings associated with water production
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, including troubleshooting, removing and replacing assemblies of mechanical, electrical and electronic parts on equipment and facilities associated with water production
• Follows safety procedures in accordance with Water Works rules and procedures, and includes other duties as assigned

High School Diploma or GED and two years in maintenance of water production or related equipment or two years in operation of water production facility or a combination of both. A combination of experience is preferred.

• Possession of an Iowa Operator Grade 2 Water Treatment certificate or the ability to obtain a Grade 2 Water Treatment certificate within 18 months of hiring.
• Must possess a Grade 1 Water Treatment license or obtain within 6 months from the time of hiring.
• Possession of a valid State of Iowa driver’s license upon appointment and continued possession of driver’s license and operator certificate is required.

• General knowledge of water production facilities and equipment
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to work alone with very little direct supervision
• Knowledge of safety rules and guidelines
• Attention to details and ability to follow written instructions
• Understanding of treatment processes, process controls and maintenance procedures
• Ability to collect and analyze information, make routine decisions without direct supervision
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, co‑workers and the general public

Must have the ability to work various schedules and shifts including day, evening, night, weekend, short notice and holiday shifts or any combination.

This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required. The Water Works may revise this position description at any time. The position description is not to be considered as a contract of employment, as this position is and remains at‑will.

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Obtain and complete an Employment Application Form from West Des Moines Water Works in person or download and complete this Employment Application Form.

To complete the Employment Application Form electronically, you will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat. If you choose to submit an electronic application, it is recommended to save and verify the completed document as a PDF and attach the saved file to an email.

Return the completed application to the West Des Moines Water Works General Office at:
West Des Moines Water Works
Attn:
Employment
1505 Railroad Avenue
West Des Moines, IA 50265 or email to:

West Des Moines Water Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer