Career Opportunities

The Village of Random Lake is looking to hire a full-time Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator in Charge to operate their 0.5 MGC attached growth process (RBC) facility.  In approximately 2028 a new Suspended Growth Process – Activated Sludge plant will be built.  Wages range between $41,600 - $83,200 based on licensing and qualifications.

The Village offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.  Advantageous hours of operation with 4 sick days per year and a minimum of 2 weeks of vacation per calendar year.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee will both work inside and outside and may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, and chemicals.  The employee will work regularly near moving mechanical parts and may occasionally work in highly precarious places.  All safety equipment will be supplied and required to be used.

Submit village application and resume by June 30, 2025, to village hall or via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  Applications may be obtained at Village Hall, located at 96 Russell Drive, Random Lake WI 53075, or on the village website at www.randomlakewi.com under the “How Do I” section.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates treatment facility to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent.

Diagnose operating problems and perform necessary corrective action during work shift.

Observe variations in operating conditions and interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements .

Operates valves manually or by remote control.

Starts and stops pump, engines, and generators to control and adjust flow and treatment processes.

Collects random grab and composite sample for regulatory compliance and plant operational laboratory analysis.

Submits state regulatory forms and reports.

Perform routine maintenance functions and custodial duties around the facility.

Ability to responds to emergency situations within 30 minutes.

Ability to lift 25 lbs. and occasional exertion of up to 50 lbs.

All other duties deemed necessary within other departments when needed.

Availability to work on a rotating on-call weekend schedule with other DPW employees.

 

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

A valid driver’s license or CDL- Class B with airbrake endorsement or ability to obtain within the first six months of employment.

Skilled in the safe use of hand and power tools.

Basic lab skills and sample testing knowledge.

Knowledge of the operation of electrical and telemetry controls and troubleshooting.

Good oral and written communication skills when communicating with other employees and contractors.

Ability to work independently to analyze technical equipment and information to determine corrections and solutions.

Possess time management skills in relation to working efficiently.

Ability to interpret technical manuals of operation, standard operating procedures, equipment specifications and technical bulletins.

Demonstrate working knowledge of computer equipment with proficient use of current productivity software such as MS Excel and Word.

 

SPECIAL REQUESTED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 2 years of experience.

Wisconsin DNR wastewater operator certification basic with subclasses A1,A2, B, C, D, P, L, & SS.

Leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively with other employees and contractors.

 

Post-secondary degree in wastewater or related field of study.

Ability to obtain state certification within two years of hire (DNR certified operator certifications, both water and wastewater).

Ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of color, forms, sound, and odors associated with the job.

5-10 years of managerial experience.