Utility Plant Operator II
Department: Drinking Water Plant
Department Head: Aaron Vis, Director of Public Works
Date Posted: 01/26/2026
Date Closing: 02/06/2026
Wage: $30.69-$37.64 per hour
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Located in
Holland, Michigan, the City of Wyoming's Donald K. Shine Drinking Water Plant
is seeking a qualified person to fill the position of Utility Plant Operator
II. This position performs responsible tasks involved in drinking water
plant operation, minor maintenance, and laboratory analysis.
Within its
prescribed limits, work is performed with considerable independence and without
close supervision. Responsible for plant operations and process control.
Collects samples, performs tests, and records test results. Regulates the flow
of chlorine and other treatment chemicals.
This position includes competitive pay and benefits package. Highlights
include:
- Competitive
wage scales ranging from $60,643-$74,377 annually
- 38-hour work week and
considered full-time for benefits.
- Employees
who participate in 2nd or 3rd shift schedules will be eligible for
shift premiums.
- Employer commitment to
education, training, and development
- Paid leave time,
including holidays, sick, vacation, and personal days
- 12% employer-paid
retirement package which includes a defined contribution and post-employment
health plan
- Comprehensive health
insurance through Priority Health
- Dental, vision, and life
insurance
- Free access to an
employee assistance program
A State
of Michigan F-3 Drinking Water Operator Certification and a minimum of 5 years
of experience working in a drinking water treatment plant is required.
Applicants
should have an associate’s degree in water technology or a related science
field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
may substitute for the degree requirement.
The Drinking Water Plant, located in Holland, Michigan,
is a utility of the City of Wyoming and serves over 250,000 customers between
Ottawa and Kent Counties. The region boasts farmers markets, breweries,
restaurants, shopping, parks, hiking and biking trails, beaches, and
opportunities for camping.
Consider joining the hard working, fun, and supportive
environment at the City of Wyoming! We're looking for you.
Should an applicant need any disability-related
accommodations or other consideration in the application process, please notify
our human resources department upon submittal of application by email at
hr_fax@wyomingmi.gov.
This position
will remain open until it is filled.