Plant Operator Trainee - Wastewater Treatment

WE ARE GROWING! Start Your Journey as a Plant Operator Trainee!  
Learn essential skills to keep our community's wastewater treatment facilities running smoothly.
 

Here's What You Will Do In This Role:

• Monitor & Report – Use SCADA computer systems to track wastewater treatment plants and lift stations, reporting alarms as needed.
• Inspect & Maintain – Perform physical checks of treatment facilities, lift stations, sewer infrastructure, preventive maintenance and repairs, 
  mulching, grading, painting, and tree trimming.
• Work Below Ground – Perform tasks involving lift stations, manholes, and other underground systems.
• Optimize Treatment Processes – Assist in adjusting chemical feeds and treatment procedures based on lab data.
• Transport Materials – Operate dump trucks to move dewatered Bio Solids as needed.

Why You Will Love Working In Utilities:

• Launch Your Career – Get hands-on training experienced professionals in water treatment operations with a clear path for advancement.
• Work with High-Tech Equipment – Operate cutting-edge treatment systems, SCADA monitoring, and mechanical equipment.
• Work Outdoors & Stay Active – Not a desk job! This role keeps you moving with a mix of hands-on tasks and fieldwork.
• Great Benefits & Retirement – Enjoy a strong benefits package, paid time off, and a solid retirement plan, while earning competitive pay. See Below!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:  The starting hourly wage is $20.66 per hour and will increase to $21.48 per hour after 6 months of successful probation. 
                                                       Please click on this link for compensation/benefits information
 

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• A valid driver's license and be insurable under the City of Branson's motor vehicle coverage when operating a vehicle as a part of the position. 
• Be willing to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to have operations 24 hours a day/7 day a week.
• Be able to pass background investigation, physical capability examination, and drug and alcohol screenings.

Requirements to be met after your start date, if not currently held

• Class "D" Missouri Wastewater Treatment Certification of Competency within 18 months of start date.  
• Possess a valid Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement within 12 months of hire date.

• One (1) year of experience in performing semi-skilled building, mechanical, construction, or ground maintenance tasks.

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION:  Please click on this link for the full job description. Or go to https://bransonmo.gov

WORK HOURS:       Shift Work; Shift May Vary
WORK LOCATION:  In and around the City of Branson, Missouri; This position requires work to be performed onsite. 
CLOSING DATE:      Until Filled

Join us and turn your curiosity into a career that keeps your city's water clean and flowing!

 

EEO 

The City of Branson provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Branson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The City of Branson will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. All individuals hired will be required to provide documentation to establish identity and employment authorization as a condition of employment. The City of Branson is a tobacco-free workplace.