With a focus on pump, treatment and chemical filtration changes and plant integration, the Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 maintains process control of the MWW water treatment plants and distribution pumping systems to meet production requirements for high quality, sufficient drinking water.

Plant Operations

• Participate in training to understand and execute the water treatment process at both water plants; learn the water distribution system requirements and operator parameters.
• Attend safety training to comply with the MWW’s Plants Safety Program, including training regarding confined space, lockout/tag out, chemical hazardous materials, Global Harmonized System (GHS) and personal protective equipment.
• Assist the Water Treatment Plant Operator in Charge in monitoring, reviewing and analyzing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) data for the chemical feed delivery systems and proper filter operations.
• Maintain optimal function of the chemical feed delivery systems.
• Perform visual and physical checks of pumps, motors, chemical feed systems and monitoring instrumentation; report and document results.
• With guidance, identify and isolate chemical malfunctions in a safe and timely manner.
• Execute diagnosis or troubleshooting of aberrations or equipment malfunctions.
• Locally operate valves, pumps, instruments and other equipment to maintain operations.
• Monitor security at water plants, pumping stations and booster stations and take corrective measures.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance and routine plant upkeep.

Water Lab Analysis

• Learn and become proficient at the operator-required laboratory testing skills.
• Perform chemical and physical laboratory analysis and interpret results.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Ability to climb ladders, handle heavy hose equipment, turn valves, lift up to 50 lbs. and work in confined spaces.
• Work mandatory overtime and emergency call-out overtime assignments at any time to meet the needs of plant operations.
• After initial training, individuals appointed as a Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 must be able to work a rotating shift, including first, second and third shifts, as well as weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Technical

• Knowledge of basic mathematic principles to analyze data.
• Knowledge of chemistry required to perform chemical analyses.
• Ability to learn the mechanical systems utilized in a water treatment facility.
• Knowledge of and commitment to workplace safety practices.
• Ability to learn to operate equipment used in a water treatment facility.
• Ability to understand flow diagrams, schematics, blueprints and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Proficiency with basic computer software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn and use sophisticated programs, such as SCADA systems and computerized maintenance management programs.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Ability to work as a part of a team.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.
• Ability to read and interpret document such as safety rules, procedures and technical materials.
• Verbal skills to effectively report information to plant team members and supervisors.
• Written communication skill to accurately document and provide reports such as plant operation notes, laboratory testing information and water treatment data.

Judgment and Responsibility

• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions, interpret complex data and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to take decisive action in real time under pressure.
• Ability to safely handle hazardous chemicals used in the water treatment process.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.

The current starting salary range (PR 2HN) is $70,853-$79,909 annually, and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $72,979-$82,306 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral or performance tests; or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to the oral examination. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. Applications will be accepted and interviews held during 2023 as often as required to meet the needs of the City. Qualified applicants will be notified by email of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. Employment may be possible immediately following the examination if positions are vacant at that time. The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list in a rank determined by the final grade without reference to the date of the examination. The names of candidates who pass all phases of the selection process may remain on an eligible list resulting from a continuous examination for up to six months.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting
• Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.