Description

City of Effingham

Employment Opportunity:  Water Treatment Plant Operator 

      The City of Effingham Public Works Department is seeking candidates to serve as a Water Treatment Plant Operator with an A, B, C, or D license certification.  This position reports to the Water Treatment Plant Chief Operator.  This position is full-time, with a starting wage ranging from $39.41 (Class A) - $32.97 (Class D), based on the level of operator license certification.   Wages incrementally increase as defined by union contract.      

     The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined pension plan.  A summary of the City’s benefits is located at https://www.effinghamil.com/job-benefits/.

     This posting will remain open until the position is filled. 

Duties:

•        Collects samples, conducts lab tests, or orders lab tests to be performed; 
•        Reads meters, gauges, and dials and maintains logs of readings;
•        Regulates water levels in all units;
•        Reviews plant log records, gauges, meters, and monitors other plant testing and measuring devices to ensure that      equipment is functioning properly and accurately;
•        Responds to emergency calls;
•        Performs plant maintenance, including repair and overhaul maintenance of equipment on a regular basis;
•        Performs laboratory tasks and conducts required EPA and IEPA tests;
•        Orders chemicals and applies chemicals;
•        Maintains current knowledge of professional developments and regulatory requirements in the profession, including maintaining appropriate professional development hours in compliance with relevant requirements;
•        Submits reports to the appropriate agencies, including the IEPA;
•        Operates the water treatment plant in compliance with IEPA standards;
•        Performs other related duties in coordination with other divisions of the Public Works Department, as required;

Ø  The complete job description is available at: https://storage.googleapis.com/proudcity/effinghamil/2025/07/job-description-WTP-Oper.pdf

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

•         Associate's degree or equivalent from college or technical school;
•         Or one (1) - two (2) years related experience and/or training; 
•         Or equivalent combination of education and experience;
•         Possess Class A-D WTP Operator License from IEPA.

 Preferred Qualifications:

•         Associate's degree or equivalent from college or technical school; 
•         Or three (3) - four (4) years related experience and/or training; 
•         Or equivalent combination of education and experience;
•         Possess Class A WTP Operator License from IEPA.
•         Possess or obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) upon employment.