Plant Operator I – Wastewater 2nd Shift (3pm – 11pm)

Business: City of Westminster

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
45 W Main Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 848-6043

Contact Name: Bethany Zimmerman
Title: HR Analyst
Email: bzimmerman@westminstermd.gov
Website: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Plant-Operator-Wastewater-2nd-Shift-367

Job Description

PLANT OPERATOR I

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT

2nd Shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

City of Westminster

Do you love chemistry, biology, or engineering and want to apply your skills to real-world challenges?

The City of Westminster is looking for a Wastewater Plant Operator to perform a variety of essential duties related to the operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant including, but not limited to, the collection and control of flow, laboratory analysis, and the processing and discharge of effluent.

In this role, you’ll transform knowledge into hands-on experience by monitoring biological processing and wastewater flow, perform skilled water pollution control laboratory testing and analysis, and participate in the removal of sludge to comply with State requirements for safe sludge disposal.

From conducting water quality testing to learning how biological systems clean millions of gallons of water daily, you’ll be part of the essential process that keeps our communities safe.

This position is a non-certified operator position, starting with an hourly rate of $17.7680 per hour, plus $1.7768 per hour shift differential.

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability and Life)
Paid Leave including Vacation, Sick, Family Sick, Personal, Personal Birthday, Bereavement and 12 Holidays
Maryland State Pension System, 401(a) Matching Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement and Carroll Community College CDL A Classes
Free Westminster Family Fitness Center and Pool Membership

The City of Westminster commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. False or misleading statements on this form are grounds for termination of the application process or, if discovered after employment, termination of employment.

Job Requirements

High School diploma or GED and a Class C license required. Must have the ability to obtain a valid Class A license within one year on the job and a Class V Wastewater Treatment Certification from the State of Maryland which will result in promotion to Certified Operator.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Medium Lifting, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: $17.76 – $20.00
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability and Life) Paid Leave including Vacation, Sick, Family Sick, Personal, Personal Birthday, Bereavement and 12 Holidays Maryland State Pension System, 401(a) Matching Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement and Carroll Community College CDL A Classes Free Westminster Family Fitness Center and Pool Membership

Days of Work:
MONDAY 3pm – 11pm  TUESDAY 3pm – 11pm  WEDNESDAY 3pm – 11pm  THURSDAY 3pm – 11pm  FRIDAY 3pm – 11pm  SATURDAY As Needed – Safety Sensitive Position  SUNDAY As Needed – Safety Sensitive Position
Shift: 2nd (11pm – 3pm)

How to Apply: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Plant-Operator-Wastewater-2nd-Shift-367
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: 1
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 12/31/2025