How much does a Water Plant Operator make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Water Plant Operator in the United States is $31 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27 and $37. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Water Plant Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water Plant Operator Salary $23 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Water Plant Operator Salary $27 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Water Plant Operator Salary $31 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Water Plant Operator Salary $37 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Water Plant Operator Salary $43 US March 26, 2024
25% $27 10% $23 90% $43 75% $37 $31 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority - Okatie , SC
Job Description Job Description All applicants must apply online at www.bjwsa.org/jobs. SUMMARY: Responsible for the operational management and water quality compliance of water treatment activities for the Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (BJWSA), including two (2) major surface water treatment plants, groundwater wells, operation of distribution system pumping, storage, and associated facilities, distribution system water quality and compliance, and laboratory operations. Ensures operations, processes, and plant systems function reliably and in a cost-effective manner while meeting legal, ethical, local, state, and federal regulations; organizational, operational objectives; and customer/user needs specified in BJWSA’s Strategic Plan and best practices. Provides significant input in determining and implementing policy, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives. Specific emphasis on the importance of maintaining a safe working environment for employees. Duties include
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U.S. Water Services Corporation - Pompano Beach , FL
U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 700 employees in twenty states. GENERAL PURPOSE The Water Plant Operator operates and maintains water treatment, processing, and testing equipment in a water treatment facility to purify water to meet permit and operational requirements. Troubleshoots and diagnoses operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure and process knowledge. Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels and programmable logic control units in assigned area. Monitors and records operating conditions observations and data in area shift log. Ensures conformance to process specifications. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and
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Inland Empire Utilities Agency - Chino , CA
Salary : $79,955.20 - $118,435.20 Annually Location : Chino Basin Desalter Authority, CA Job Type: Full-Time Regular Job Number: 063 23 24 20001601 DivisionDepartment: Operations and Maintenance Department Opening Date: 03/06/2024 Closing Date: Continuous THE POSITION: THE OPPORTUNITY: Do you want to serve the Inland Empire region to meet the dynamic and growing water needs of the diverse communities? Are you interested in being part of a team of Water Plant Operator professionals that are dedicated to leadership in technology and water management? Are you a Certified Water Treatment Operator Grade III-V (T3-T5) and Water Distribution Operator Grade III-V (D3-D5) certification with the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)? If so, the Agency has a perfect opportunity for you as a Water Plant Operator II-V (DOQ). The individual in this role will be involved in the front-line operation of various water and recycled water treatment plants while receiving training in key areas. Here
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U.S. Water Services Corporation - Lehigh Acres , FL
U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 700 employees in eighteen states GENERAL PURPOSE The Water Plant Operator operates and maintains water treatment, processing, and testing equipment in a water treatment facility to purify water to meet permit and operational requirements. Troubleshoots and diagnoses operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure and process knowledge. Monitors flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels and programmable logic control units in assigned area. Monitors and records operating conditions observations and data in area shift log. Ensures conformance to process specifications. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions an
- 2 days ago
City of San Diego, CA - San Diego , CA
Salary : $89,897.60 - $109,262.40 Annually Location : City of San Diego, CA Job Type: Varies by Position Job Number: AG-T11752-202308 Business Area: 2000 - Public Utilities Opening Date: 08/04/2023 Closing Date: 6/10/2024 11:59 PM Pacific JOB INFORMATION See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Senior Pure Water Plant Operator positions lead and direct the work of a crew responsible for the operation of pure water facilities; perform the more difficult and complex pure water treatment and ancillary operation tasks; perform various facility inspections for the purpose of safety evaluation and compliance with various permit/regulatory conditions; develop and provide technical training on specific, assigned aspects of facility operation; maintains equipment; prepare and keeps records and reports; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: Employees in job classifications represented by AFSME Local 127 are scheduled to receive the followin
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City of Dunedin, FL - Dunedin , FL
Salary: See Position Description Location : Dunedin, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2024-00014 Department: Utilities Division: Water Opening Date: 02/16/2024 Closing Date: Continuous General Statement of Job Hiring Salary: $22.10 - $26.52 per hour (DOQ) *additional pay for shift differential & on-call duty Additional Compensation Benefits: 3 medical insurance plans through Cigna Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Vision Care Annual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hours Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution 11 paid holidays Under general supervision, operates reverse osmosis water treatment processes meeting all regulatory requirements for water quality. Monitors and maintains processes to produce an adequate supply of potable water for the public and to meet firefighting needs. Performs maintenance and repairs on the water plant, wells, and equipment. Performs related work as assigned. Specific Duties & Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTI
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