What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Operator position at City of Sioux Falls?
DEADLINE FOR FILING: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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 you're 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.
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.
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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 you're 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.
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.
#hc252584