Wastewater Treatment Operator

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📍 Delaware County, Ohio

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Job Opportunity: Wastewater Treatment Operator with The City of Sunbury in Delaware County, OH

 

Are you hands-on, mechanically minded, and interested in building a stable career that directly supports a growing community? Do you take pride in keeping essential systems running safely and reliably? If so, the City of Sunbury wants to hear from you!

 

The City of Sunbury is seeking a dependable and motivated individual to serve as Wastewater Treatment Operator. This full-time position reports directly to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator of Record and assists with all aspects of wastewater treatment plant and collection system operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with related hands-on experience—or someone looking to start a meaningful career in wastewater operations—with on-the-job training and a pathway to state certifications.

Compensation: $24.00 - $39.90 based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits: The City of Sunbury offers a great benefits package, along with training and support for employees interested in pursuing state wastewater certifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with day-to-day operations of the wastewater treatment plant and collection system.
  • Support the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator of Record in maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations.
  • Perform hands-on operational, maintenance, and general labor tasks related to wastewater treatment and collection systems.
  • Assist with equipment, grounds, building, mechanical, electrical, and utility maintenance as needed.
  • Respond to occasional after-hours emergency call-ins and provide weekend coverage when scheduled.
  • Participate in on-the-job training and work toward wastewater treatment or collection system certifications.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid state driver’s license.
  • Must live near the Sunbury area.

Helpful Qualifications:

  • Experience in wastewater or a related field.
  • Background in underground utilities, general construction, farm work, heavy equipment, mechanical work, electrical work, grounds maintenance, building maintenance, CDL operation, or other related hands-on skills.
  • Wastewater certifications in treatment or collections are a plus but not required.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Shifts may include weekends and occasional after-hours emergency call-in coverage.

About the City of Sunbury:

Sunbury is a fast-growing city with a current population just under 10,000. As the community continues to expand, the wastewater plant is growing as well and is looking for individuals interested in building a long-term career in an essential public service field. The City of Sunbury offers on-the-job training and a pathway to state certifications for candidates who are experienced or just getting started.

Apply online today to join a great team!

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This Wastewater Treatment Operator role at strategichr is based in Delaware County, Ohio. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Wastewater Treatment Operator position at strategichr was posted on Jul 13, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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