Salary : $50,259.00 - $60,649.00 Annually
Location : 1300 Market Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 405-0825
Department: Environmental Services
Opening Date: 08/21/2025
Closing Date: 8/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to ensure optimal operation of the treatment plant, collection system, stormwater system, distribution system and all associated equipment and related stations. Responds to emergencies related to plant and collection system operation. Observes plant systems and provides work orders for equipment maintenance or problems. Observes observational requirements and adjusts plant operations accordingly. Manages equipment in or out of service depending on service needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Observes operating conditions of plant equipment and systems; takes water samples and checks tests results; ensures compliance with NPDES permit
• Records and interprets data from meters, gauges, control panels and computer; processes control changes logged in daily log book
• Processes work orders and maintenance repair orders; performs minor maintenance and preventive maintenance; assists in more major maintenance and repair activities; conducts exercising operations of emergency equipment; calibrates equipment; replaces work parts
• Operates, tests and inspects all water stations, collection system lift stations and associated equipment
• Handles chlorine in a safe, effective manner; assures proper working order of chlorine related equipment
• Sets up sprinkler system; sets up and maintains deodorizers
• Services and maintains UV disinfection; cleans and calibrates dissolved oxygen and solids probes
• Rotates plant equipment; maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Performs related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma (or GED equivalent)

--AND--

• Two (2) years of experience related to wastewater treatment activities

--OR--

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• State of Michigan Driver's license

Other Information
We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application.

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
01

Do you possess a high school diploma (or GED equivalent)?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess two (2) years of experience related to wastewater treatment activities?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No", please write N/A.
04

Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's license, or a valid driver's license from another State, that can be transferred to Michigan upon employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question