Wastewater Operator III

The Fox River Water Reclamation District (FRWRD) is seeking a qualified employee for the 

non-exempt, nonremote, full-time position of Wastewater Operator. FRWRD owns and 

operates three Wastewater Treatment Facilities in the City of Elgin, IL, with the Administration 

Offices located in the Village of South Elgin, IL.

The primary role of the Wastewater Operator is the daily operation and or maintenance of

wastewater treatment facilities in a teamwork environment to meet all applicable standards 

pertaining to plant effluent and biosolids in a timely, efficient, and economical manner. Hours of 

this position are Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Must be 

willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends. 

Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree or equivalent preferred; or three to four years related experience and/or training in wastewater treatment field; An Illinois Wastewater Operator Class "4" certification is preferred or actively working toward applicable certification. Water Operator certification a plus. Must obtain CPR/First Aid certificate within six (6) months of employment. Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license and be insurable by District standards. A CDL license is desirable. Knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Prior computer knowledge and use necessary. SCADA and CMMS system desirable.

x Operates various equipment including but not limited to; pumps, motors, solids handling equipment, sludge

collection, chemical feed, gates and valves

x Remove tanks and basins from service, clean precipitates such as grit, biosolids, waste, and sewage in

preparation of inspections or maintenance. Restore completed tanks and basins to service

x Responds to and takes the appropriate corrective actions to alarms experienced at the facilities

x Collects and calculates wastewater operations and control data

x Collects samples and conducts wastewater laboratory tests

x Performs inspection and repair on general equipment

x Performs building and plant maintenance

x Performs general equipment inspection and maintenance

x Performs minor repair and adjustments on equipment

x Performs building maintenance

x Recommends/reports necessary repairs, changes and work orders to Lead Operator

x Handles chemical containers, wastewater biosolids, delivers needed materials and supplies

x May be on-call for plant or system emergencies

This is a full-time non-exempt position. The starting hourly range is between $26.44-$37.02 per hour depending on experience, certification, and qualifications. Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision & IMRF retirement plan.

For consideration, applicants should apply with a resume, cover letter, and FRWRD employment application To Attention: HR Manager Eulices Sanchez

Email: esanchez@frwrd.com

Website: http://www.frwrd.com

FRWRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer