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Accepting applications for:
Senior Treatment Plant Operator – Wastewater
Wastewater Division – Public Works Department
Application deadline: Monday, July 7, 2025
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Wage: $68,827.20 – $87,297.60 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
Job Summary
Under direction, serves as group leader and participates in the daily operations of the City wastewater treatment
facilities. Coordinates information between lab and maintenance.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and two years of related experience; or four years
of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in wastewater
treatment. State of Iowa DNR Grade III Wastewater Operator certificate. Forklift certification required within two
years of appointment. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruction
permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake and tank
endorsements within 6 months of hire. National Incident Management System Training ICS 100, IS 700 within two
years of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years
of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa
within one year of appointment to the position.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or five years of
related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. State of Iowa DNR Grade IV
Wastewater Operator certificate.
More information:
A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and
abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.
The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF
website for more information: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-
service#qualifying-repayment-plans.
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential
City employees.
Date posted: June 10, 2025
the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests.
Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available