Plant Operator II

Salary : $39,561.60 - $66,996.80 Annually
Location : Springfield, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 060526
Department: Environmental Services
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
Are you interested in being part of an award winning team? The City of Springfield is committed to protecting the water quality of the Ozarks for many generations to come.
The Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plants (SWTP) is an award winning wastewater treatment facility for the City of Springfield and is searching for qualified candidates to fill the position of Plant Operator II.


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.
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**PLEASE NOTE WORK SCHEDULE BELOW:

SWTP - 2:30AM - 2:30PM or 2:30PM - 2:30AM - 12-hour shifts (Rotation either Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday)
THIS POSITION HAS THE OPTION TO UNDERFILL WITH A PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE.
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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.

Plant Operator Trainee

Experience, Education, and Training

• At least six months of experience in the operation of an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant, or in a closely related area, such as plant or infrastructural maintenance;

OR

• Degree in biology, environmental science, or similar area;
• Possession of current Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Certificate may be substituted for experience/degree requirement.

Licensing/Certification

• Obtain and maintain a Missouri class "D" wastewater treatment plant operations certificate within 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 120 days of employment.

Functions
Plant Operator II

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Salary - $39,561.60 - $64,708.80 Annually

Underfill - Plant Operator Trainee

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Salary -$38,064.00 - $56,430.40 Annually
Other Requirements
The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, View phone number on click.appcast.io, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

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. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete 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.
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01


The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02


The current work shift is: SWWTP - 2:30AM - 2:30PM or 2:30PM - 2:30AM rotating work days on a bi-weekly basis, which will include weekend work. Are you willing to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

03


How many college credit hours do you possess in wastewater technology, chemical or biological science, biology, environmental science, or a similar field?

• I do not have any college credit hours in this field
• 30 credit hours
• Associate's Degree or 60 credit hours or higher
• Bachelor's Degree

04


Please state the name of your college / university and your SPECIFIC AREA of study.
05


How many years of experience do you have in the operation of an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant?

• I do not have any experience
• 6 months
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 or more years

06


Describe your experience stated above, including size of treatment plant and specific duties.
07


Please select what level of Missouri Wastewater Operator's Certificate you currently possess.

• I do not currently possess a Missouri Wastewater Operator's Certificate
• Missouri Class D Wastewater Operator's Certificate
• Missouri Class C Wastewater Operator's Certificate
• Missouri Class B Wastewater Operator's Certificate
• Missouri Class A Wastewater Operator's Certificate

08


Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

09


Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.
10


How many years of experience do you have working for the City of Springfield as a Plant Operator Trainee?

• I do not have any experience working for the City as a Plant Operator Trainee
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 or more years

11


Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?

• Yes
• No

12


If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.
Required Question