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Wastewater Plant Chief Operator

City of Lexington North Carolina
Lexington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$52,790 - $65,998 Annually, plus excellent benefits
  • Posted Date:07/24/2026 10:50 AM
  • Deadline to Apply:08/14/2026

The Wastewater Plant Chief Operator performs difficult semi-skilled work in overseeing and leading the daily operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. for the Wastewater Department.

Check out the great benefits the City has to offer.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation from high school or GED
  • Valid NC driver’s license or valid out-of-state driver’s license with the ability to obtain a valid NC driver’s license within sixty days of employment and good driving record
  • Five years of experience in operating a wastewater treatment plant
  • Grade IV Biological Wastewater certification
  • Ability to obtain appropriate certification(s) within 12 months of employment to serve as dedicated ORC(s)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm. Paid bi-weekly.

Closing Date

Application and instructions are available here. This position will remain Open Until Friday, August 14th at 11:59pm.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City’s application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Salary : $52,790 - $65,998

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