What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator or Trainee position at Granville Township?
Position Overview
Granville Township is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Wastewater Operator or Wastewater Operator Trainee/Skilled Laborer.
Job Duties:
- Equipment Operations: Learn to operate, monitor, and adjust pumps, valves, electric motors, and blowers throughout the treatment facility.
- Preventative Maintenance: Use your mechanical skills to grease machinery, troubleshoot equipment issues, perform minor repairs, and assist with facility upkeep.
- Testing & Sampling: Collect water samples and learn to perform basic laboratory chemical and biological tests.
- System Monitoring: Read gauges, meters, and computer control panels to track flows, document readings, and maintain accurate daily logs.
- Facility Upkeep: Assist with chemical deliveries, clean tanks, and perform general groundskeeping or building maintenance as required.
Job Requirements
- Operate Township Wastewater Treatment Plants with Pennsylvania Class C Subclass 1,4 minimum or; Commitment to Learn: Willingness to study for and successfully pass the state Pennsylvania Wastewater Operator Certification exams within two (2) years of hire.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing stairs/ladders, crouching, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and be on-call. Our Wastewater Treatment Plant operates.
- Education & License: High school diploma or GED and a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License with a clean record. Class A CDL Preferred. Must be willing to obtain Class A license within one (1) year of employment. CDL Training will be paid for by the Township upon execution of an employment agreement.
Benefits:
- Paid License Training
- Career Advancement
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- PTO and retirement plan
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Granville Township, 100 Helen Street, Lewistown PA 17044 or by email to mary.herto@granvilletwp.org Applications will be accepted November 6, 2026.
Pay: $18.50 - $26.93 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $27