The Southwest Cleanwater Plant (SWCWP) is one of two wastewater treatment facilities for the City of Springfield. The SWCWP is capable of continually treating 42.5 million gallons per day of Springfield's wastewater, and 100 million gallons per day for shorter periods. The average daily flow at this time is approximately 35 million gallons per day. The City of Springfield is committed to protecting the water quality of the Ozarks for many generations to come. The SWCWP is an award winning facility for it high quality of treatment it provides. It has received its Platinum 15 NACWA Award for zero NPDES violations for the 8th consecutive year.

The Plant Operator II shall perform specialized skilled work in the operation and routine maintenance of sludge conditioning and thickening equipment, mixed media filtration, cryogenic oxygen generation and ozone generation facilities.

This position has a set schedule of 12-hour shifts with rotating Wednesdays.

Qualifications and Requirements

Plant Operator II Experience, Education, and Training

• Two years of college or vo-tech training in wastewater technology, chemical or biological sciences or a related area;

OR

• Degree in biology, environmental science, or similar area;

AND

• Two years experience in the operation of an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant, or in a closely related area;
• Directly related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis, and double credit may be given for direct City of Springfield Plant Operator Trainee experience.

Licensing/Certification

• At time of hire, must possess a valid Missouri Class "D" Wastewater Operator's Certificate or equivalent;
• Must obtain and maintain a Class "C" Wastewater Operator's Certificate within the probationary period;
• Must obtain and maintain a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements within the following guidelines: Pass written portion of exam within 90 days of employment and skills test portion within the probationary period.

Functions

Plant Operator II

Salary -$35,859.20 - $55,827.20 Annually

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidatesMUSTcomplete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application,but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.