Organization: City of Barre, VT
Position Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee
Department: DPW – Wastewater Division
Supervisor: Chief Operator
Salary $26.44 – $28.92 per hour (pay based on experience)
* Experienced and licensed operators are encouraged to apply; salary range may be different based on skills and relevant experience.
Summary / Objective
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee assists the Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief Operator and Superintendent of Water and Wastewater in housekeeping, daily operations, routine maintenance, and all other essential functions required to the Cities Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. General housekeeping included but not limited to mopping, vacuuming, painting and general practices to maintain a clean workplace.
2. Maintain the facilities grounds including but not limited to lawn mowing, weed whacking, and minor brush and tree removal.
3. Conduct routine inspections, including but not limited to, checking pumps, motors, chemical feed pumps, chemical make-up systems for proper lubrication, and adjustment and operation.
4. Follow under instruction security procedures, including but not limited to, locking points of entry, checking alarm systems, and reporting security problems.
5. Follow appropriate safety precautions
6. Perform under supervision minor mechanical repairs and report major repairs to the Chief Operator or Assistant Chief Operator; assist in repair and maintenance projects.
7. Clean and maintain assigned area of the plant.
8. Assist operators in general tasks required in the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
More Information
Read the full job description here.
To Apply
Email resume to HR@barrecity.org
AAP / EEO Statement
The City of Barre provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Barre complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the City has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Barre expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of City of Barre’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

