Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (4th Creek WWTP)

Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (4th Creek WWTP)

Salary

$57,865.60 - $95,492.80 Annually

Location

City of Statesville, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600332

Department

Public Utilities

Division

4th Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant

Opening Date

07/21/2026

Closing Date

8/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Overview

Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (4th Creek WWTP)

Public Utilities Department

Salary Range: $27.82 - $45.91 Hourly / $57,865.60 - $95,492.80 Annually

FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3:30PM

Posting Closing Date: August 11, 2026

Summary

This position is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant; responsible for leading, training, and instructing subordinate staff to improve efficiency of duties and operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Monitors and evaluates the operations of a wastewater treatment facility and its auxiliary systems; maintains plant logs.
• Troubleshoots problems and takes corrective action.
• Operates and troubleshoots sludge dewatering facilities.
• Leads and trains subordinate operational and maintenance staff assigned; advises and instructs on methods and techniques for improving efficiency of duties and operations.
• Reviews wastewater operation trends to maintain proper procedures and standards; collects and tabulates operational log data for regulatory agencies.
• Recognizes deviations/irregularities in the plant operation and maintenance; adjusts the process and equipment to maintain the required quality standards of the federal, state, and county regulatory agencies.
• Samples, measures, and tests plant values such as pH, chlorine residuals, temperature, solids concentration, etc.; adjusts as necessary; collects required samples for on and offsite analysis.
• Collaborates with maintenance staff on specific projects; adjusts or bypasses job specific areas, processes, or equipment to ensure consistent wastewater treatment, plant integrity, and safety.
• Tests, monitors, records, evaluates, troubleshoots, and adjusts the operation of plant emergency generator and auxiliary equipment.
• Assists contractors and consultants with specific tasks.
• Assists in preparing standard operating procedures.
• Oversees plant operations to remain in compliance with all federal, state, county, and city regulations and standards when an operations supervisor is not onsite.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Assists federal, state, and local regulators during plant compliance inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license, or any valid driver's license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
• Possession of a valid NC Biological Wastewater Treatment Grade IV certificate and Water Pollution Control System Operator's Grade III certification, with the ability to obtain a Grade IV within 18 months of hire date.
• Possession of a valid NC Land Application Operator's certificate or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, tools, and equipment required of wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Knowledge of the state and federal water and wastewater treatment quality regulations.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the necessary safety precautions for this work.
• Ability to detect defects in the operation of mechanical equipment and to determine proper remedial measures.
• Ability to conduct routine water quality tests, read meters and charts accurately, and then correctly record results.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater collection and treatment equipment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and create detailed reports.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the public.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to respond to spoken words and to receive and understand information; visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring or testing devices, operation of machines or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, fumes, odors, dust, gases, oils, vibration, poor ventilation, wastewater, and hazards including exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, and work in narrow or confined spaces and may be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials. Employee is required to be "on-call," and may work nights, weekends, or during emergency situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits At A Glance

Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below.

Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville Benefits

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

• Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
• Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
• Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Secondary Language Incentive Pay
• Bereavement Leave

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
• NC 401(k) Empower
• NC Roth 401(k) Empower
• NC 401(k) Match Empower
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Roth 457(b) Nationwide
• Fireman's Pension Fund

Time-Off Benefits

• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
• Military Differential Pay

Wellness Benefits

• Health Fair
• Biometric Screening
• Flu Shots
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts

Additional Benefits

• Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
• Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
• Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veterans Breakfast
• Service Award Program
• Career Development (eligible departments)
• Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
• Cellphone Discounts
• City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Group Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance

Safety Benefits (Eligibility: based on job position)

• Boot Vouchers - yearly
• Safety Glasses - every (2) years
• Hearing Tests - yearly
• Uniforms (eligible departments)

Police Department Benefits

• Law Enforcement Officers' Separation Allowance
• Degree Incentive
• Certification Incentive
• Specialized Unit Incentive
• Shift Differential Pay
• 401(k) 5% Contribution
• Uniform Stipend (based on position)
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Part-Time Employee Benefits

• Health Fair
• Flu Shots
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veteran's Breakfast
• Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program - Working Advantage Benefits
• Biometric Screening
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Fitness Center Discounts

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant AND is the experience listed on this application?

• Yes, I have at least four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment in a wastewater treatment plant AND it is listed on this application.
• No, I have some experience in wastewater treatment operations listed on this application, but it is not at least four (4) years.
• No, I dont have any experience in wastewater treatment operations.

04

Do you have a Water Pollution Control System Operator's Grade III certification, with the ability to obtain a Grade IV within 18 months of hire date.

• Yes, I already have a Grade IV Water Pollution Control System Operator's certification.
• Yes, I have a Water Pollution Control System Operator's Grade III certification, with the ability to obtain a Grade IV within 18 months of hire date.
• I do not posses a a Water Pollution Control System Operator's Grade III certification.

05

Do you have a valid NC Land Application Operator's certificate or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date?

• I have a valid NC Land Application Operator's certificate.
• I do not have a valid NC Land Application Operator's certificate, but am confident in my ability to obtain one within 18 months of hire date. I understand that I will be terminated if I fail to meet this minimum criteria.
• I am not confident in my ability to obtain a valid NC Land Application Operator's certificate within 18 months of hire date. I understand that I will be terminated if I fail to meet this minimum criteria.

Required Question

Employer City of Statesville (NC)

Address 301 S. Center Street

Statesville, North Carolina, 28677

Phone 704-878-3571

Website www.statesvillenc.net