Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator or Trainee

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
or Trainee
CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Career Growth and Pay

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV
$49,684 - $54,652 (hiring range)
Enhance your technical skills, take on greater responsibilities, and amplify your contributions to the team. A Class 4 License is required.

What You’ll Do

The City of Fredericksburg is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Wastewater Treatment team. Whether you're starting fresh as a Trainee or are a licensed Wastewater Operator, this is your chance to embark on a rewarding career in a $260 billion-a-year industry. This position will play a pivotal role in supporting the essential operations of the city’s Wastewater Treatment Plant through:

 

Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?

Comprehensive Benefits
The City offers a competitive benefits package that offers: medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.

Minimum Qualifications

• Educational background equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Ability to obtain a Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within 12 months of employment. (City-sponsored training).
• Ability to obtain a Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within 18 months of employment.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Ability to pass a background and driving record check.

Work Environment

• 24/7 operation with 12-hour shifts; rotating schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular 40-hour workweek with potential for scheduled overtime.
• Work involves outdoor tasks in various weather conditions.

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the .

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