Wastewater Operations Director
The Grand Rapids Public Utilities (GRPU) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wastewater Operations Director. This position is responsible for utilizing technical, administrative, and communication skills under limited supervision to direct the timely and safe operations required to provide reliable and compliant wastewater collection and treatment service to the Utility’s customers.
Qualified applicants must have:
- AAS Degree in Water Resources or Water Environment Technologies, or a BS Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
- A valid Minnesota Commercial Class B driver’s license, with air brake and tanker endorsements, or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Class “A” Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator’s Certificate and five (5) years of experience working in the operation and/or maintenance a wastewater utility system.
- Ability to work toward and obtain a MN Type III Solid Waste Facility Operator Certification within one (1) year of the date of employment.
- One (1) year of experience working in a certified environmental testing laboratory and a clear understanding of standard laboratory methodologies and their relationship to wastewater treatment operations
The wage range is $41.63-$60.53 per hour and GRPU provides an excellent health insurance and benefit package.
The complete position description and application are available at www.grpuc.org or by contacting Grand Rapids Public Utilities at 218-326-7189.
Please email completed applications along with required documentation to Megan Sjostrand at mrsjostrand@grpuc.org or mail to Grand Rapids Public Utilities, 500 SE 4th Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744.
Applications will be accepted through 4 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2024.