Wastewater Operator

Wastewater Operator

Salary

$26.67 - $28.86 Hourly

Location

City of Sioux Falls, SD

Job Type

General AFSCME

Job Number

202600093

Department

Public Works

Division

Water Reclamation

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

The City of Sioux Falls is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator who is passionate about keeping our community and the environment safe. In this role, you'll work with a team at the largest wastewater treatment plant in South Dakota, using hands-on skills and technology to make sure we comply with our discharge permit.

If youre a motivated, reliable person who cares about making a difference, enjoys working with your hands, and wants to learn and grow in a solid career, we'd love to hear from you!

The shift for this position is 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with other shifts as needed.

Job Responsibilities

1. Operate, inspect, and monitor SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) control panel and a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment while operating a variety of unit processes used in the treatment of wastewater.

2. Make regular tours of the wastewater facility; read charts, gauges, and other instruments; and record information on plant logs.

3. Collect wastewater and sludge samples and perform basic field and laboratory analysis on the samples.

4. Operate a variety of unit processes used in the treatment of wastewater.

5. Interpret all data accumulated and make equipment and process control changes within guidelines established by management.

6. Perform minor maintenance and labor tasks, including general housekeeping.

7. Perform other such duties and functions as are necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED certification supplemented by two (2) years' advanced or specialized education or vocational training or a minimum of two (2) years' experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment facility; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Willing to work varied schedules and rotating shifts to accommodate a 24-hour-per-day, 7-day-per-week operation.

Must possess a valid South Dakota Wastewater Operator's Certificate within one year of hire.

Possession of a valid driver's license is desirable.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of physical, chemical, and biological wastewater treatment.

• Knowledge of the machines, equipment, and unit operations used in primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment of wastewater and anaerobic digestion and dewatering of all associated sludges.

• Knowledge of sampling and preservation techniques.

• Knowledge of the interpretation of laboratory data and its application to process control.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards or safety precautions relating to the safe handling of hazardous chemicals, such as chlorine and sulfur dioxide, and the safe operation of mechanical and electrical equipment.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.
• The City of Sioux Falls is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Employer City of Sioux Falls

Address 224 W 9th St

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104-6407

Phone 605-367-8740

Website siouxfalls.gov