WATER PLANT OPERATOR I (Minot or Biota- Max, ND) at City of Minot – Minot, North Dakota
About This Position
If you are interested in serving your community and making an impact, we’re looking for you!
The City of Minot is accepting applications for the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator I located in either Max at the Biota Water Plant or the Minot Water Treatment Plant. With an application deadline of Wednesday, March 11th 2026. This position is open to all qualified internal and external applicants.
All applicants will be required to complete an online Civil Service Exam. The exam link will be sent via Test Genius to the email address provided on the application. Exam deadline: Friday, March 13th 2026.
Nature of Work
This is entry-level technical work assisting in the proper and effective operation of a water treatment plant. Employees in this class will work under direct and continuing supervision of an administrative superior until receiving a Grade I certification from the North Dakota State Department of Environmental Quality. Please see the attached job description for complete details.
Education, Experience, Other Requirements
- Completion of high school and one year of experience in general laboring and construction work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Possession of a valid North Dakota Driver License.
- Possession of or ability to obtain, within probationary period, a North Dakota Commercial Driver License with proper endorsements.
Compensation and Benefits
- The assigned salary range for the position of Water Plant Operator I under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is a Grade 50, which is $20.96 per hour- $31.11 per hour or $43,593- $64,713 annually.
- This is a full time, FLSA Non-Exempt position eligible for overtime.
- This is a fully benefited position. Please see the current City of Minot Benefits Guide for complete information.
- North Dakota Veteran’s Preference Applicable under NDCC 37-19.1
Application Requirements
Civil Service Exam Required | All applicants will be required to complete an online Civil Service Exam. The exam link will be sent via Test Genius to the email address provided on the application. Exam deadline: Friday, March 13th 2026. |
Online Application Required | A City of Minot Application for Employment must be submitted through the City of Minot website at https://www.minotnd.gov/jobs |
Questions?
Human Resources Office, City Hall, 10 3rd Ave SW.
Hr @minotnd.gov
EEO / By Order of the Minot Civil Service Commission
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Minot, North Dakota, 58701, United States region.