Join our team at the City of Yakima Water Treatment Plant and make a tangible impact on public health and environmental sustainability. As an experienced Water Treatment Plant Operator III, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our facility. We invite you to apply and be part of a team dedicated to serving the community/public!

Under limited supervision, operates and maintains the Water Treatment Plant, wells, reservoirs, intakes and pump stations to ensure adequate quantities of water are available and regulated standards for potable water are met for the City of Yakima and areas served.

MINIMUM CLASS REQUIREMENTS

High school graduation or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to four years' experience related to the operation of a water treatment facility and two years of relevant education beyond high school or GED, with not less than one year of working experience in a drinking water surface water treatment plant. 

Must meet minimum education and experience requirements in the State of Washington Waterworks Operator Certification Program Guidelines for a Water Treatment Plant Operator III Certification.

Note: A Water Treatment Plant Operator II may be promoted to a Water Treatment Plant Operator III without further competition upon completion of the probation period, a practical examination determining proficiency of operations of the Water Treatment Plant, wells and pump stations; and possess a valid Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator III Certification.

*Replaces Water Treatment Plant Chief Operator

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Must possess at time of appointment and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver's License and must possess or be able to obtain and maintain, within six months of appointment, a valid Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator III Certification, a basic First Aid Certificate and CPR certificate.

BENEFIT PACKAGE:

The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. They City offers a competitive package including:

• Pay range $31.81 - $38.20
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• FREE healthcare clinic!
• WA State PERS pension plan
• 2% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
• Leave accruals: 
  • Vacation – Starting at 7.67 hours/month
  • Sick – 8 hours/month
  • Personal holiday – 2 days
  • Observed holiday – 11 holidays
• Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
• Life Insurance
• Much more!

The pay range listed for this position is establish through the City of Yakima’s Master Pay Ordinance in accordance with the Municipal Code and/or the applicable collective bargaining agreement.  New employees generally start at step A with progression through the steps based on merit and successful performance evaluation. 

View the complete job description and apply online at www.yakimawa.gov.

Closes 04/21/2025

EOE