Plant Operator A - D - Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant

Full Salary Ranges (*Newly updated pay ranges):       

Operator A - $38.85 - $52.45 Hourly

Operator B - $30.96 - $41.83 Hourly

Operator C = $28.13 - $37.98 Hourly

Operator D = $25.53 - $34.47 Hourly

Anticipated Hiring Ranges:      

Operator A - $38.85 - $45.65 Hourly

Operator B - $30.96 - $36.39 Hourly

Operator C - $28.13 - $33.05 Hourly

Operator D - $25.53 - $30.00 Hourly

*Offer will be determined by qualifications and licensure at the time of hire.

Why do I see two salary ranges?
The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency, posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

City of Greeley's Total Rewards
The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages.  This package includes health and wellness, retirement savings, discounted access to Greeley facilities and more. 

Benefits: This position is benefit eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

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Job Summary:

The City of Greeley is seeking an experienced and dedicated Plant Operator A - D to join our team at the Boyd Water Treatment Plant, a 38 MGD direct filtration plant located in Loveland, Colorado.  As a Plant Operator, you will play a vital role in the operation, maintenance, and optimization of the plant, contributing to Greeley’s leadership in the northern Colorado water community.

In this role, you will report directly to the Lead Plant Operator and collaborate with a team of committed professionals working to ensure the highest standards of service and water quality. The Boyd Water Treatment Plant operates seasonally, typically from April through October. Operators will work a rotating schedule of 12-hour, 10-hour, or 8-hour shifts during the active season (6 months), with a one-month rotation. During the offseason (the remaining 6 months), the regular work hours will be from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

During the offseason, staff primarily focus on maintenance projects and preventative maintenance across the plant and the water system. Additionally, operators may be called upon to assist at Bellvue WTP, with transmission systems, reservoirs, or the High Mountain Reservoirs as needed.

If you're passionate about water treatment and looking to contribute to an essential public service, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.

As an employer of choice, the City of Greeley offers medical (FSA and HSA plans), dental, vision, disability, life insurance, Roth IRA/457/401(k) with a company match up to 6%, generous paid time off program, 13 paid holidays (holiday bank if required to work on a holiday), plus 1 personal day per year, employee clinic, wellness program and employee clinic in Greeley, employee assistance including mental health sessions, discounted gym memberships, and a variety of optional voluntary programs such as legal insurance and pet insurance.

This position will remain open until it is filled.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements

All Levels:

• Current valid, unrestricted Colorado driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (MVR and background check required).

• High school diploma or equivalent (in order to obtain licensure in the State of Colorado).

“A” Operator: 

• Two (2) years of experience in water treatment.

• Current Class “A" Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado.

• Two (2) plus years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants.

“B” Operator:

• Current Class “B” Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado and must obtain Class “A” Water Treatment Operator certification valid in Colorado within two (2) years of hire.

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