WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR Starting Salary: $58,301 Full-Time Position- Water Department Excellent CSEA Benefits Package Competitive Class - Provisional Pending Civil Service Exam GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Has responsibility during an assigned shift for the actual operation of a water treatment plant. Does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS This is routine but important work involving responsibility during a shift for the efficient operation and maintenance of a Type A Water Treatment Plant containing facilities for filtration with pretreatment or a chemical softening process. The work is performed under general supervision. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate employees in the performance of their assigned duties.
EXAMPLES OF WORK (Illustrative Only) - Operates pumps, valves, motors and related machinery and equipment.
- Performs maintenance work and makes minor repairs to machinery and equipment.
- Records readings of meters, gauges and scales.
- Regulates and adjusts chlorinators.
- Washes filter beds and settling basins.
- Takes samples of water for testing.
- Makes necessary tests for control of plant operation.
- Assists in the instruction of Trainees.
- Supervises the work of laborers and other subordinate employees.
- Keeps a log of plant operators and related records.
- Performs custodial duties in connection with maintenance of buildings and grounds.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Good knowledge of practices used and the equipment required in the operation and maintenance of a Type A Water Treatment Plant containing facilities for filtration with pre-treatment or a chemical softening process; Working knowledge of the principles and applications of physics, chemistry and bacteriology as they relate to water purification; Skill in the operation and repair of pumps, valves and related mechanical and electrical equipment; Ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant operation; ability to read, understand and record data from gauges, scales and meters; Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Mechanical aptitude; Physical condition commensurate with the demand of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school, or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, completion of appropriate course of instruction approved by the NYS Department of Health AND one year of experience in the actual operation of a water treatment plant with facilities for filtration with pre-treatment, or for chemical softening or any similar chemical process.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT: Possession of a NYS Grade 11-A Water Treatment Plant Operator's Certificate at time of appointment And through ought tenure and NYS Driver's License at time of appointment and throughout tenure.
How to Apply : - In person submission of application, resume, diploma and certification by appointment only
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Deadline to apply: October 20 , 2026 Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from
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CITY OF NEWBURGH - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are core values to the City of Newburgh, where there is a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. These values are promoted through the daily practice of professionalism, respect, acceptance and understanding. As such, City residents along with women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Issue Date:September 22, 2026 