WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR 1 - UNDERFILL
Salary: $56,563.92 - $83,185.92 Annually
Location: Indian Springs
Job Type: Underfill Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00220
Department: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Opening Date: 01/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: A
Max Number of Applicants: 50
Salary Grade: 31
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip): Indian Springs, NV
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THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Job Summary The Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Wastewater Treatment Operator 1 located in Indian Spring. This position will be used to underfill the Wastewater Treatment Operator 2. Incumbent will perform preventive maintenance on wastewater systems, aerators, grinder, and auger. They will perform duties such as keeping facility neat and clean; preparing lab samples and doing daily testing; daily monitoring and reporting. The Operator will be working with and leading inmate crews and be around inmates of the prison.
Wastewater Treatment Operators perform operations and maintenance tasks in wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with federal, State, and local regulations affecting the treatment and disposal of sewage and wastewater.
Essential Qualifications Process and export generated sewage by observing and monitoring all aspects of treatment, pulling samples, performing and analyzing tests, recording and correlating data, adjusting operations accordingly, and introducing chemicals into the system as necessary.
Monitor, maintain and repair gravity and force main sewage collection systems including lines, cleanouts, manholes and interceptor, sewage lift stations including wells, pumps (submersible, ejector, centrifugal, diaphragm, positive displacement, and suction), control panels, alarm systems, mains, valves, and ventilation systems in-line comminutors, surge tanks, aeration tanks, filter rooms, chlorine contact tanks, export stations, and decant tanks.
Use a wide variety of tools and test equipment to perform preventive maintenance and diagnose and repair malfunctions including two-way radios, computers and computer programs, wrenches, drills, saws, power washers, grinders and sanders, compressors, portable generators, vacuum truck, four-wheel drive vehicles, loaders, backhoes, snowplows, and snowblowers.
Perform and analyze laboratory tests and record the results using scales, ovens, pH meters, dissolved oxygen meters, vacuum pumps, centrifuge, amp probe, tetrameter, microscope, turbidity meter, spectrometer, imhoff cones, and a distiller to determine the amount of suspended solids in the effluent water, for the monitoring of wastewater operations.
Operate zero discharge industrial wastewater treatment, operation of used fuel recovery, cleaning and re-blending system, domestic potable water supply and treatment for subsequent irrigation.
Monitor, maintain and repair the potable water supply system including pumps, motors, compressors, tanks, gauges and controls and sample water according to State and county health regulations.
Maintain working knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations and workplace safety procedures related to wastewater plant operations, including but not limited to confined space entry, lock-out/tag-out, respiratory protection, blood borne pathogens, and hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal.
Maintain the emergency power supply to ensure sewage processing during power failures as required; monitor and test the alarm and dial out systems for proper operation.
Prepare and submit periodic reports of treatment plant activities to the federal and State Environmental Protection Agencies; prepare purchase orders to maintain adequate supplies; monitor special budget accounts related to the wastewater and water systems; maintain preventive maintenance schedules for plant equipment; maintain required documentation related to hazardous material.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under close supervision, incumbents receive training in performing the duties described in the series concept and complete the required coursework for a Grade II, Wastewater Treatment Operator certification. This is the trainee level in the series and progression to the next level in the series may occur upon attainment of the required certification, meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the recommendation of the appointing authority.
Job Duties Graduation from high school or equivalent education, one year of experience in wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance, and a Wastewater Treatment Operator, Grade I certification issued by the Nevada Wastewater Environment Association; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above to include current certification as a Wastewater Treatment Operator, Grade I.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
General knowledge of:
Ability to:
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Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
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***State Holidays
The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature. The following are legal holidays:
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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02 Wastewater Treatment Operator, Grade 1 certification issued by the Nevada Wastewater Environment Association is required at the time of application. Have you attached your certificate?
Failure to do so will result in the denial of your application.
03 A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.
Can you meet this requirement?
04 Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, some positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Can you meet this requirement?
05 This position requires a valid drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment.
Can you meet this requirement?
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