Water Plant Operations Specialist

WATER PLANT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

The City of Yankton is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Plant Operation Specialist in the Water Plant Division of the Department of Environmental Services.

Under direction, the Water Treatment Plant Operations Specialist is responsible for operating a water treatment plant and water pumping facilities and checking completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results. This position performs preventive maintenance and repairs on the water treatment plants. This position works under the guidelines of South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR), plant standard operating procedures, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules and regulations, relevant local, state, and federal laws, city and department policies and procedures.

This position requires you to work every fourth weekend and alternating holidays.  This position requires you to be on-call for one week at a time, when they are expected to respond to after-hours water treatment and water distribution emergencies when needed. 

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass Class I certification exam in water treatment at the completion of one year of directly related water plant operation experience.  Must maintain certification level through continuing education requirements set by the State.  Must be able to obtain a Class 4 Certification within 2 years of eligibility. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Employees of the water plant are required to live within fifteen miles of the legal corporate limits of the City.   Individuals who live more than fifteen miles outside the city limits of Yankton, SD, may make an application for employment.  However, if selected, you shall be required to comply with this policy within 120 days of employment.  This is a regular full-time position.  The salary range for this position is $49,508 to $62,677 (Range 31) per year, plus benefits.

Applications may be completed on the City’s website www.cityofyankton.org.  Persons needing accommodation to apply for this position should contact 605-668-5222. The position is open until filled. New employees must meet pre-employment physical and drug screen requirements and background check. 

The City of Yankton is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer