Wastewater Operator III

Advanced Water Renewal Operator

Make a difference every day while building a rewarding career with the City of Boise. As an Advanced Water Renewal Operator, you'll operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facilities that protect public health and the environment. You'll use your technical expertise to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations while working alongside a skilled, collaborative team. Enjoy a four-day, 10-hour (4/10) schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent, and
• 4 years of experience in operating or maintaining an advanced wastewater treatment facility, or
• an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Current Idaho Wastewater Operator II License within six months of employment.
• Ability to obtain and comply with annual continuing education requirements for license renewal.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
• This position is required to handle hazardous materials that if mishandled, place the general public at risk of serious injury.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours' notice will be provided prior to closing.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.