Job: Water Treatment Plant Operator

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $23.85-$35/hr.

Location: Salida, CO.

Job Description:

The City of Salida is seeking dedicated and safety-minded individuals to join our Water Treatment Plant team as a Plant Operator (Class A, B, C, or D). This position plays a critical role in providing safe, reliable drinking water to our community through the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the City's water treatment facilities and raw water systems.

Whether you are an experienced operator or actively working toward certification, we encourage qualified candidates to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment processes and equipment
• Collect water samples and perform routine testing and analysis
• Monitor chemical systems and treatment operations
• Maintain plant equipment, facilities, grounds, and raw water conveyance systems
• Complete operational records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Assist with emergency response, infrastructure maintenance, and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Colorado Water Operator Certification (Class A, B, C, or D) or actively working toward certification or willing and able to obtain a certification within one year of hire. (training and certification costs provided by the City)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
• SCADA/HMI experience is a plus

Compensation

$23.85 - $35.00/hour dependent upon experience and certifications

Schedule

Enjoy a four-day work week with a typical schedule of Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts. This position also includes rotating weekend and on-call assignments (approximately once per month) and occasional emergency response responsibilities.

Benefits

The City of Salida offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(a) and 457 retirement plans with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center swim benefit

Apply today and help deliver safe, high-quality drinking water to the Salida community, by submitting your application to:  https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=30978b47-2c1b-4ed0-825d-a5bf5181f5c1&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.