Utility Operator / Maintainer

Utility Operator / Maintainer

Salary

$62,931.00 - $75,407.00 Annually

Location

Water Resource Recovery Facility 1300 Market Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

426-0526

Department

Environmental Services

Opening Date

05/21/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to ensure proper and effective operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant, water treatment plant, collection, and/or distribution system. Performs under the general direction of a supervisor. Guides and trains to less experienced utility staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Acts as a lead worker; assists in training new employees; communicates and guides job tasks
• Operates the Water Resource Recovery Facilitys equipment to manage bio solids processing, handling and final disposal; complies with all state and federal regulatory requirements
• Maintains and repairs equipment within the Water Resource Recovery Facility, including pumps, valves, sluice gates, piping, gearboxes and settling tanks
• Records and logs data from operator rounds and maintenance work into the current computerized maintenance program and electronics log book
• Performs preventive maintenance and/or repair on buildings, equipment and plumbing systems
• Calibrates equipment, replaces worn parts and conducts exercising operations of emergency equipment
• Establishes methods and arranges monitoring routes for collecting and recording consistent, reliable vibration analysis data
• Operates equipment to move materials, supplies, equipment and collected debris as needed
• Responds to emergency or unusual situations at the plant, pumping stations and other facilities as needed
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Performs related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma (or GED equivalent)
• -AND--
• Two (2) years of experience related to water/wastewater treatment systems
• -OR--
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required License

• State of Michigan EGLE Wastewater Treatment Operator Class C license

Preferred Certifications, Licenses, and Training

• Confined space and Lock out/Tag out training
• Forklift/High-low certification
• Crane Operator license
• Bio solids Management certification
• Water Resource Recovery certification

Other Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note:

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules

City of Grand Rapids Employee Benefits Webpage

01

Do you possess a high school diploma (or GED equivalent)?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess two (2) years of experience elated to water/wastewater treatment systems?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No", write N/A.

04

Do you possess a State of Michigan EGLE Wastewater Treatment Operator Class C license?

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate which preferred certifications, licenses, and tranings you possess.

• Confined space and Lock out/Tag out training
• Crane Operator license
• Bio solids Management certification
• Water Resource Recovery certification
• None/Not Applicable

Required Question

Employer City of Grand Rapids

Address 300 Monroe Ave, NW

8th Floor, Room 880

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503-2206

Phone (616) 456-3176

Website http://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/jobs/human-resources-Department