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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Salary

$40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually

Location

Columbia County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-32544

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Columbia Co

Opening Date

10/20/2025

Closing Date

11/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

97310

Position Number

00192250

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00080310

Bureau / Division

Transportation - Columbia County Maintenance Organization

Worksite Address

Columbia County Interstate Roadside Rest

Worksite Address

RSR 37 & 38, I-80 Mifflin Township

City

Mifflinville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18631

Contact Name

Morgan Hopkins

Contact Phone

570.387.4250

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2025-32544 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 TO SEPTEMBER 16, 2025. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

If you are seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to utilize your expertise in wastewater treatment, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently in search of a dedicated and skilled Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to become a vital part of the Columbia County Maintenance Organization. In this role, you will be responsible for the essential operation and maintenance of our wastewater treatment facilities and roadside rest areas, ensuring they function efficiently and meet regulatory standards. This position not only offers the chance to advance your professional journey but also to contribute significantly to the community's environmental health. Do not miss out on this opportunity—apply today and take the next step in your career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, you will leverage your skills to carry out both skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks across sewage and water treatment facilities, as well as roadside rest areas. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of activities, including the installation of components such as hand dryers, electrical switches, wall outlets, and lighting fixtures. Additionally, you will engage in painting projects and the replacement of worn-out parts on plumbing fixtures and soap dispensers. Your role will also involve maintaining various buildings and auxiliary structures, utilizing materials like lumber, piping, concrete, and structural steel. It will be essential for you to exercise sound judgment in selecting the appropriate tools and equipment for each project. Given the nature of the work, strict adherence to safety protocols is crucial, as you will be handling hazardous chemicals and operating both power and hand tools, as well as riding mowers and other motorized equipment when necessary. Furthermore, you will contribute to the upkeep of facility grounds by participating in activities such as mowing, trimming, snow and leaf removal, and trash collection, ensuring that the environment remains clean and well-maintained.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00192250) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ This position may require working irregular shifts.

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685.00 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Successful completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) program and certification as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant ;or

+ Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant.

Special Requirements:

+ This position requires possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than a Class D, Subclass 1.

+ This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Post-Employment Requirement:

+ You must obtain the Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reporter (EDMR) Certification within the six-month probationary period.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

+ Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than the Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 12.

+ Experience operating, maintaining, testing, and logging data on an extended aeration sewage treatment plant and public water works plant.

+ Experience working as a Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 12 water operator for a Non-Community, Transient GWUDI Public Water system.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

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Special Requirement- Do you possess a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than a Class D, Subclass 1?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list your certificate number(s) and expiration date(s). If you answered "No", please type N/A in the text box below.

03

Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee program and possess certification as a wastewater treatment plant operator for any class and type of plant?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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Preferred Qualification- Do you possess a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or greater than a Class Dc, Subclass 7,8,12?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list your certificate number(s) and expiration date(s). If you answered "No", please type N/A in the text box below.

09

Preferred Qualification- Do you have experience operating, maintaining, testing, and logging data on an extended aeration sewage treatment plant and public water works plant?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Please list the dates and employers where you gained your experience. (Type N/A, if not applicable.)

11

Preferred Qualification- Do you have experience working as a Class Dc, Subclass 7, 8, 12 water operator for a Non-Community, Transient GWUDI Public Water system?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Please list the dates and employers where you gained your experience. (Type N/A, if not applicable.)

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov