Sewer/Water Operator I or Sewer/Water Operator II

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Our Mission is to provide exceptional public service that ensures safety, maintains infrastructure, preserves our unique heritage, and protects our natural resources, while proactively pursuing emerging opportunities to enhance our quality of life.

We have a vision for Silverton in 2035, we envision a Silverton that honors its history, traditions, and heritage, embraces diversity, encouraging thoughtful change while celebrating our past, present and future. Our future Silverton is a connected community with broad citizen engagement, a clear vision for the future, and a detailed plan of action to achieve it. We envision a Silverton with a strong economy and viable, locally owned businesses, carefully balancing economic growth with our continued small-town livability, quality of life and affordability. Our Silverton is guided by a comprehensive plan for our future growth, with strong leadership, meaningful public involvement, informed decisions, and agreement on our community’s key directions. We envision a Silverton that meets the basic needs of all of its residents, including quality jobs, affordable housing, accessible health care, and community safety. Education in our Silverton is a top priority for the entire community, providing our students with the best start in life, driving our community’s progress, and shaping its future.

Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, the City of Silverton is a historic town with a population of 10,687. Always an agricultural center, it is now described as Oregon’s Garden City. Silverton is known for its historic downtown, gardens, restaurants, antique boutiques, art galleries, shops, and numerous churches. The City of Silverton hosts several festivals throughout the year that celebrate culture with painters, players, poets, and musicians all taking center state in community life.  Citizens truly appreciate and enjoy the small town feel that Silverton offers. The City’s countryside is rich with history and adventure too. Family farms, nurseries and wineries offer opportunities to pick berries, apples, or peaches, find a Christmas tree, or taste wine from the local vineyards.

Just four miles to the north is Mt. Angel, home to the renowned Oktoberfest. Iverson Farms, home of the Wooden Shoe Tulip festival, is down the road. Salem, the state’s capital, is 11 miles to the west. To the south you will find some of Oregon’s finest recreational activities. Silver Falls State Park, the largest state park in Oregon, is home to ten waterfalls and offers hiking, biking, and riding trails, camping, and swimming.  You can always enjoy big city amenities in Portland just 45 minutes away.  swimming.  

Join our team and help us maintain our mission and move forward toward our vision!

The City of Silverton is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. 

TO APPLY

Attach the completed City of Silverton Employment Application, resume and copies of any required licenses or certifications and submit to HR@silverton.or.us or you can mail or deliver the materials to 306 S. Water Street., Silverton, OR 97381 (City Hall) attention to Human Resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Sewer/Water Operator I

Summary: Under supervision, this entry level position assists in performing operation and maintenance duties as outlined by established policies and procedures, or performs tasks as requested. Operator participates in all aspects of facility operation, as it applies to municipal wastewater treatment, water treatment, and swimming pool water quality.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, and
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.
• Valid Oregon CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain within eighteen 18) months of date of hire.

Sewer/Water Operator II

Summary: Under general direction, performs operation and maintenance duties as outlined or performs tasks as requested.  Participates in all aspects of facility operation as it applies to municipal wastewater treatment, water treatment, and swimming pool water quality. Frequently exercise independent operational decision making and acts in a leadership role on special projects.  Assists in training the Operator I and temporary employees.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year work experience in the water or wastewater treatment field.
• Oregon Wastewater Treatment System Operator Grade I or be able to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Oregon Water Treatment Operator Grade I or be able to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.
• Valid Oregon CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire.

For more information, please reference the job descriptions.