Your Home Port. The Premier Community on the Great Lakes.Port Washington is known for offering a touch of New England charm combined with Midwestern friendliness and has been named by Midwest Living to their Top 100 Best Midwest Small Town Getaways. Port Washington, today, is a tourist destination with a vibrant downtown and community events.The City's population of 12,855 resides within seven square miles including 4 miles of waterfront. The City provides full-city services including Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS), Engineering, Public Works, Water and Sewer utilities, Building Inspections, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Marina, Senior Center, Library, Finance, Clerk and Administration. We are a welcoming destination for living, working, and visiting that - combined with our core values of accountability, innovation, trust, industriousness, and friendship - create an environment with opportunities to make a positive impact for our community.THE ROLEReporting directly to the Water Superintendent, the Water Utility Field Operator is responsible for maintenance of the City's distribution system to include water mains, valves, hydrants, pump stations, water towers, and meters. The individual in this role is additionally responsible for performing routine plant maintenance and may serve as a relief operator within the filtration plant.
- Operates and maintains pumps, chemical feed equipment, process equipment, filters, SCADA system, and building facilities
- Collects samples and prepares/submits required reporting (lab results, water usage, etc...) to DNR, EPA, and PSC
- Performs meter readings and replacements, maintains and repairs fire hydrants, water mains, and valves
- Responds to water main and service breaks/other water related emergencies including power outages and pump failures; Assists the Streets division with snow plowing and removal as needed and necessary
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONSWhat does it take to succeed in this role? We're looking for a motivated individual with strong project management skills and a willingness to learn. You should also have:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) or more years of relevant experience in water, wastewater, or public works
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license; Valid Wisconsin CDL or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
- Surface Water Grade 1 Certificate and Distribution Grade 1 Operator's Certificate issued by the state of Wisconsin or ability to obtain within two (2) years of hire
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFERThe City of Port Washington offers an excellent benefits package, including inclusion in the state WRS pension plan, and ample opportunities for professional development.Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)The City is committed to building a culture where difference is valued and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that every person brings a unique perspective and lived experience that advances our mission and vision to be the Premier Community on the Great Lakes. We commit to centering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in our community, our workforce, and our decision-making. These are more than just words. They are guiding principles that shine a path forward to foster a culture based on mutual respect and passion for the community we serve.Staff Land AcknowledgementThe City of Port Washington is located on the homelands of Indigenous Peoples including the Bodwwadmi (Potawatomi), Omaeqnomenew-ahkew (Menominee), Hoocak (Ho-Chunk), Myaamia, Peoria, and Ochthi akwin. We recognize and respect Indigenous Peoples as the original stewards of these lands and waters we live, work, and reside on. We wish to honor the enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous Peoples and their traditional territories. It is our responsibility to acknowledge legislation and treaties - including the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Treaty of Chicago - that were used to remove these tribal nations and the history of dispossession that has allowed for the growth of the City of Port Washington since 1835. May we learn to honor the historical and contemporary presence and power of the people and their belief that we must be caretakers of the lands and waters for the livelihood of future generations.