Water Operator

HIRING RANGE DOQ: $ $28.02 hourly

DEADLINE FOR FILING: Thursday, October 30, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

Make a Difference in Every Drop

The City of Sioux Falls is looking for a motivated and dependable individual who wants to be part of something bigger — protecting public health and delivering clean, great-tasting water to more than 200,000 people every day.

As a Water Treatment Operator, you'll join a highly skilled team responsible for operating and maintaining one of South Dakota's most advanced water purification facilities. Every decision you make will directly impact the quality of life in our community.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy learning new technology, and want a career that truly matters — this is your opportunity to serve your city and grow your future.

What You'll Do

• Operate, monitor, and adjust treatment processes to ensure safe and reliable drinking water.
• Perform technical and mechanical tasks in support of daily water plant operations.
• Use analytical and digital tools to monitor system performance and meet state and federal water quality standards.
• Collaborate with an experienced team committed to public service, innovation, and continuous improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or GED certification supplemented by one (1) year of advanced or specialized education or vocational training or two (2) years' experience in the operation of a Class II level or higher water purification facility; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Willing to work varied schedules and rotating shifts to accommodate a 24-hour-per-day, 7-day-per-week operation and to be called in as necessary.

Must possess a valid South Dakota Water Treatment Class I Certificate or equivalent within one year.

Possession of a valid driver's license is desirable.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow

OUR CULTURE

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.

There's a role for every interest, from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees' top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.