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Water/ Sewer Operator

  • Full Time
  • Anywhere
  • September 30, 2026

Responsibilities

The Water/Sewer Operator is responsible for the daily operations on the Water/Sewer Plant & the Cayuga Pump Station. Work in cooperation with Streets/Alley Department when needed or as directed by the City Superintendent or Mayor. Live within 25 miles of Georgetown.

 

Knowledge and Experience

Minimum High School Diploma

Knowledge of pumps and chemicals

Operate mower, weed eater, sprayer

Operate snowplow (during winter months fill in snow removal)

Work Environment 

Regular exposure to outside weather conditions

Frequent exposure to wet/ humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and toxic or caustic chemicals

Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud

 

 

Wage / Salary: $35-$40 based on experience
Duties / Responsibilities:
  • Cayuga Pump Station- check gates- maintain booster pump station- visually inspect & repair as needed- mow, weed eat and spray
  • Detailed and accurate reporting to state of IL and IN
  • File monthly reports IEPA for water and sewer
  • File monthly reports IDEM for water
  • Daily water and sewer testing
  • Respond to 24/7 alarms
  • Perform maintenance on water pumps and related equipment
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Hydrant flushing
  • Read meters/Replace meters
  • Turn water mains off/on for customers
  • Lift heavy objects, bend climb & crouch
  • Available to work some weekends
Days per week: Monday - Friday
Shift: 1st Shift
Qualifications:

(Required) Water- Class C License and Sewer-Class III License

Knowledge of Excel

Problem analysis/solving

Attention to detail/ team player

Time management/ meets deadlines

Planning and organizing

Stress tolerance/ Continuing to learn & grow on the job

Benefits:

Paid health insurance, retirement pension, 14 paid Holidays, Paid vacation and Personal days

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