Wastewater System Operator 1/2/3/4

WASTEWATER SYSTEM OPERATOR 1/2/3/4

CLOSING DATE: Open until Filled

PAY RANGE: $21.35 - $37.21 (depending on qualifications) with starting wage not typically above the mid-point of the range.

Title

Utah Division of Water Quality Wastewater Collection Certification

Relevant Experience

Range Min

Range Mid

Range Max

Operator 1

Wastewater Collection Grade 1 within 12 months

0-1years

$21.35

25.62

$29.89

Operator 2

Wastewater Collection Grade 2

1 year

$22.41

27.46

$32.50

Operator 3

Wastewater Collection Grade 3

2 years

$24.21

$29.65

$35.10

Operator 4

Wastewater Collection Grade 4

4 years

$25.66

$31.43

$37.21

SCHEDULE: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM / Monday-Thursday, with possibility of on-call rotations and weekends

DEPARTMENT: Water

BENEFITS SUMMARY: Full-time Benefits Summary July 2026-June 2027

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of city wastewater collection system main lines. May operate machinery to clean water systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school.
• Previous experience with underground water systems, equipment placement, residential service locations, easements and right-of-way specifications is preferred.
• Must have Utah CDL license or obtain it within 6 months.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Skilled in operating various types of tools and power equipment to perform essential functions.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates and the public.
• Will be required to pass a drug test and back ground check.
• Position level depends on experience and State Wastewater Collection Certification.
• Must obtain State Wastewater Certification Grade 1 within 12 months.

Employment in this position is conditional upon passing a pre-employment background and drug test. The City's drug test and background check policy can be found in its entirety here: https://www.lehi-ut.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Employee-Policy-Manual-July-1-2024.pdf