Metropolitan Utilities District
Job Title
Water Plant Engineer (Operates a Water Production Facility)
Posting Dates 10/31 - 11/10/2025
Position Summary Under limited supervision, the Water Plant Engineer directs the operation of plant equipment to produce the specified quantity and quality of finished water, monitors plant equipment to assure proper plant performance, applies process chemicals, maintains plant operational records, and uses laboratory test equipment for routine tests.
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of operational or maintenance experience at a water treatment facility, or distribution system or
Minimum of 6 years working building operations/maintenance, or production facility operations/maintenance experience.
Preferred – Potable Water Treatment Plant Experience.
Preferred – Experience with using SCADA or other control systems.
Preferred – Experience working rotating shifts.
Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
Required – Have and maintain a valid driver’s license Upon Hire
Required – State of Nebraska Grade IV (4) Water Operator License within 180 Days
Required – State of Nebraska Grade III (3) Water Operators License or a City of Omaha Grade 3 Stationary Engineers Certificate within 3 years
Required – Certified to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in order to comply with confined entry procedures and/or chemical exposure. Certification requires completing a Medical Questionnaire, passing a Pulmonary Function Test, Fit Test and compliance with the guidelines of the District’s Respiratory Protection Program within 60 Days
Required – Hearing (audiogram), Vision, and Color identification testing. Upon Hire
Required – Vision and Color identification testing. Upon Hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to perform simple chemical titrations and determine endpoints, turbidity tests, and color tests.
Ability to perform routine math operations to properly calculate chemical applications for treatment.
Ability to work and think independently in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
Ability to provide work direction to others.
Ability to work with hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sodium permanganate, polymers, ammonia, ferric sulfate, fluoride, lime, hydrochloric acid, powdered carbon, soda ash and various other treatment and/or cleaning materials.
Must be detail oriented and able to write legibly to maintain detailed logs and records.
Must be willing to work 8‑hour and 12‑hour rotating shifts to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to remain calm and productive in stressful situations.
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co‑workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise‑wide software (e.g., SAP). (Intermediate proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
Laboratory skills are preferred. (Entry proficiency)
Knowledge of basic fluid flow principles is preferred.
Documented mechanical aptitude is preferred.
Essential Functions
Control treatment processes to meet directed requirements to include, but not limited to, wellfield operations, basin blowdowns and transfers, chemical feed adjustments, filter rates, basin flow rates, filter backwash schedules, and high service pump operations.
Notify duty chemist or supervisor in the event of plant failures or abnormal conditions.
Check status of and operate pumps, basins, chemical feeders, filters, and related equipment.
Control water plant by means of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and related equipment, and manually operate plant to ensure business continuity. This includes escalated issues as needed.
Pick‑up and test samples of water in various stages of purification process, record test results, and interpret these results.
Respond to plant failure alarms and make necessary adjustments or changes if needed.
Perform the physical requirements of position.
Operate high service and well field pumps to maintain proper flow through the plant and to meet required production rates and storage requirements.
Operate diesel and natural gas stationary engines, generators, and boilers.
Convert plant and well field equipment to backup power systems after loss of utility power. Return plant and well field to normal operating condition after utility power is restored.
Assist in training of new employees and provide work direction to Water Plant Operators.
Perform safety checks of building, grounds, and equipment to ensure standards are maintained and systems are operational.
Perform preliminary diagnosis of problems related to plant systems and inform supervisors to initiate corrective action.
Perform, or assist with, various plant maintenance tasks including basin washing, operations and maintenance of boilers and HVAC equipment, operation and maintenance of residuals handling equipment, various wellfield maintenance tasks, and housekeeping and grounds keeping maintenance duties.
Perform weekly maintenance schedules.
Drive District vehicles.
Operate diesel electric generators and natural gas engines in accordance with established procedures.
Required For All Jobs
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned.
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures.
Physical Demands
Stationary Position – Frequently.
Move/Traverse – Frequently.
Stationary Position/Seated – Frequently.
Transport/Lifting – Frequently.
Transport/Carrying – Frequently.
Exerting Force/Pushing – Frequently.
Exerting Force/Pulling – Frequently.
Ascend/Descend – Occasionally.
Balancing – Occasionally.
Position Self/Stooping – Frequently.
Position Self/Kneeling – Rarely.
Reaching – Frequently.
Handling – Frequently.
Grasping – Frequently.
Feeling – Frequently.
Communicate/Talking – Constantly.
Communicate/Hearing – Constantly.
Repetitive Motions – Frequently.
Coordination – Constantly.
Additional Physical Demands Safety equipment: protective footwear, full face respirator, eyewear, reflective gear, and hardhat.
Ability to lift and transport 70 lbs. bags and buckets a distance of at least 20 feet and empty contents.
Ability to move and empty a wheelbarrow with a load of 70 lbs.
Climbing (Occasionally)
Twisting – Neck (Occasionally)
Twisting – Lumbar (Occasionally)
Fingering (Frequently)
Hammering (Occasionally)
Reclining (Not Required)
Jumping (Not Required)
Throwing (Not Required)
Running (Not Required)
Reaching above shoulder level (Occasionally)
Reaching at or below shoulder level (Frequency)
Reaching to floor (Occasionally)
Driving (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – 10 lbs. or below (Frequently)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 20 lbs. (Frequently)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 35 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 50 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 80 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to >100 lbs. (Occasionally)
Physical And Environmental Requirements
Field: Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement An Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industry Utilities
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Posting Dates 10/31 - 11/10/2025
Position Summary Under limited supervision, the Water Plant Engineer directs the operation of plant equipment to produce the specified quantity and quality of finished water, monitors plant equipment to assure proper plant performance, applies process chemicals, maintains plant operational records, and uses laboratory test equipment for routine tests.
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of operational or maintenance experience at a water treatment facility, or distribution system or
Minimum of 6 years working building operations/maintenance, or production facility operations/maintenance experience.
Preferred – Potable Water Treatment Plant Experience.
Preferred – Experience with using SCADA or other control systems.
Preferred – Experience working rotating shifts.
Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing
Required – Have and maintain a valid driver’s license Upon Hire
Required – State of Nebraska Grade IV (4) Water Operator License within 180 Days
Required – State of Nebraska Grade III (3) Water Operators License or a City of Omaha Grade 3 Stationary Engineers Certificate within 3 years
Required – Certified to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in order to comply with confined entry procedures and/or chemical exposure. Certification requires completing a Medical Questionnaire, passing a Pulmonary Function Test, Fit Test and compliance with the guidelines of the District’s Respiratory Protection Program within 60 Days
Required – Hearing (audiogram), Vision, and Color identification testing. Upon Hire
Required – Vision and Color identification testing. Upon Hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to perform simple chemical titrations and determine endpoints, turbidity tests, and color tests.
Ability to perform routine math operations to properly calculate chemical applications for treatment.
Ability to work and think independently in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
Ability to provide work direction to others.
Ability to work with hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sodium permanganate, polymers, ammonia, ferric sulfate, fluoride, lime, hydrochloric acid, powdered carbon, soda ash and various other treatment and/or cleaning materials.
Must be detail oriented and able to write legibly to maintain detailed logs and records.
Must be willing to work 8‑hour and 12‑hour rotating shifts to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to remain calm and productive in stressful situations.
Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co‑workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise‑wide software (e.g., SAP). (Intermediate proficiency)
Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
Laboratory skills are preferred. (Entry proficiency)
Knowledge of basic fluid flow principles is preferred.
Documented mechanical aptitude is preferred.
Essential Functions
Control treatment processes to meet directed requirements to include, but not limited to, wellfield operations, basin blowdowns and transfers, chemical feed adjustments, filter rates, basin flow rates, filter backwash schedules, and high service pump operations.
Notify duty chemist or supervisor in the event of plant failures or abnormal conditions.
Check status of and operate pumps, basins, chemical feeders, filters, and related equipment.
Control water plant by means of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and related equipment, and manually operate plant to ensure business continuity. This includes escalated issues as needed.
Pick‑up and test samples of water in various stages of purification process, record test results, and interpret these results.
Respond to plant failure alarms and make necessary adjustments or changes if needed.
Perform the physical requirements of position.
Operate high service and well field pumps to maintain proper flow through the plant and to meet required production rates and storage requirements.
Operate diesel and natural gas stationary engines, generators, and boilers.
Convert plant and well field equipment to backup power systems after loss of utility power. Return plant and well field to normal operating condition after utility power is restored.
Assist in training of new employees and provide work direction to Water Plant Operators.
Perform safety checks of building, grounds, and equipment to ensure standards are maintained and systems are operational.
Perform preliminary diagnosis of problems related to plant systems and inform supervisors to initiate corrective action.
Perform, or assist with, various plant maintenance tasks including basin washing, operations and maintenance of boilers and HVAC equipment, operation and maintenance of residuals handling equipment, various wellfield maintenance tasks, and housekeeping and grounds keeping maintenance duties.
Perform weekly maintenance schedules.
Drive District vehicles.
Operate diesel electric generators and natural gas engines in accordance with established procedures.
Required For All Jobs
Perform a variety of other duties as assigned.
Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures.
Physical Demands
Stationary Position – Frequently.
Move/Traverse – Frequently.
Stationary Position/Seated – Frequently.
Transport/Lifting – Frequently.
Transport/Carrying – Frequently.
Exerting Force/Pushing – Frequently.
Exerting Force/Pulling – Frequently.
Ascend/Descend – Occasionally.
Balancing – Occasionally.
Position Self/Stooping – Frequently.
Position Self/Kneeling – Rarely.
Reaching – Frequently.
Handling – Frequently.
Grasping – Frequently.
Feeling – Frequently.
Communicate/Talking – Constantly.
Communicate/Hearing – Constantly.
Repetitive Motions – Frequently.
Coordination – Constantly.
Additional Physical Demands Safety equipment: protective footwear, full face respirator, eyewear, reflective gear, and hardhat.
Ability to lift and transport 70 lbs. bags and buckets a distance of at least 20 feet and empty contents.
Ability to move and empty a wheelbarrow with a load of 70 lbs.
Climbing (Occasionally)
Twisting – Neck (Occasionally)
Twisting – Lumbar (Occasionally)
Fingering (Frequently)
Hammering (Occasionally)
Reclining (Not Required)
Jumping (Not Required)
Throwing (Not Required)
Running (Not Required)
Reaching above shoulder level (Occasionally)
Reaching at or below shoulder level (Frequency)
Reaching to floor (Occasionally)
Driving (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – 10 lbs. or below (Frequently)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 20 lbs. (Frequently)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 35 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 50 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to 80 lbs. (Occasionally)
Pushing & Pulling and Lifting & Carrying – Up to >100 lbs. (Occasionally)
Physical And Environmental Requirements
Field: Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement An Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industry Utilities
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