Career Opportunities

The Water Pollution Control Center Operator performs process control of wastewater plant operations, preventative maintenance of plant equipment, and mechanical cleaning of sanitary sewers and lift stations. The incumbent collects and transcribes operational and collection system data. This position involves customer service, computer data entry, skilled and manual work. The operator reports for duty in emergency situations and works a rotational on-call weekend and holiday schedule.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and operates plant equipment, processes, instrumentation, and computers.

• Identifies abnormal parameters and makes corrections to improve the treatment process.

• Operates equipment for cleaning sanitary sewers, including sewer jet and jet/vac.

• Performs preventative maintenance on plant and collection system equipment.

• Makes minor equipment repairs. Cleans and paints equipment, buildings, and tankage, including the use of high-pressure hoses.

• Collects representative wastewater and sludge samples and delivers them to the laboratory for analysis.

• Records operational data.

• Records data regarding daily plant performance and performs computer data entry.

• Reports for emergency wet weather pumping events.

• Acknowledges SCADA alarms and notifies the Assistant Plant Manager or Lead Operator. Responds to sewer complaints and forwards information to the Assistant Plant Manager.

• Trains on the proper maintenance and operation of WPCC equipment, including pumps, motors, SCADA systems, chemical dosing equipment, and aeration systems.

• Responds to or assists with lift station or sewer backup calls.

• Performs snow removal as required.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Position Requirements

WPCC Operator II

1. Knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

2. Advanced Wastewater Operator license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources with subclasses A1-Advanced, B-Advanced, C-Advanced, D-Advanced, P-Advanced, and SS-Advanced, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment.

3. Minimum of four (4) years of hands-on experience as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.

4. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsements (Classes B, C, D, N), which may be obtained during the probationary period.

5. Previous mechanical experience preferred.

WPCC Operator I

1. Knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

2. Basic Wastewater Operator license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources with subclasses A1-Basic, B-Basic, C-Basic, D-Basic, P-Basic, and SS-Basic, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment.

3. Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on experience as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.

4. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsements (Classes B, C, D, N), which may be obtained during the probationary period.

5. Previous mechanical experience preferred.

WPCC Operator-In-Training

1. Knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma; Associate's degree preferred.

2. Ability to pass the Basic General Wastewater Exam as a licensed Operator through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (may be obtained during the probationary period).

3. Ability to pass the Basic Subclass Exam as a licensed Operator through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (may be obtained during the probationary period).

4. Ability to learn, operate, and maintain the processes and equipment of an activated sludge wastewater treatment facility.

Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.

The City reserves the right to fill the WPCC Operator position vacancy at the Operator I, Operator II, or Operator-In-Training level based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities.

2026 Salary Ranges

• WPCC Operator II: $33.58–$38.40 per hour (Pay Range 123)

• WPCC Operator I: $31.04–$35.49 per hour (Pay Range 121)

• WPCC Operator-In-Training: $24.53–$28.06 per hour (Pay Range 115)

All positions include excellent benefits.

Selection Process

The selection process will be job-related and may consist of one or more of the following:

• Training and experience evaluation

• Written, oral, or performance tests

• Other assessment methods

The Department of Human Resources reserves the right to invite only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through Sunday, November 15, 2026. This deadline may be extended to meet the needs of the City.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through NEOGOV via the City of Brookfield website:

www.ci.brookfield.wi.us

To apply:

1. Visit the City of Brookfield website and locate the position under job opportunities.

2. Click on the job title and select the "Apply" link.

3. Create an account with a username and password if applying for the first time.

4. Complete the online application in its entirety.

An email address is required to apply online. Applicants without an email address may sign up for a free email account.

Once an account has been established, applicants can build and save an application for future job openings.

Applicants will receive an email confirmation once their application has been received. Applications must include all relevant education and experience and may be rejected if incomplete.

Resumes may be submitted by copying and pasting the document; however, the online application must still be completed in its entirety.

Online applications are stored on a secure site, and only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to submitted information.

Application Assistance

For assistance, click "HELP" after logging into the application system or contact:

• Applicant Support: (877) 204-4442

• Ann Harvancik, City of Brookfield Human Resources Department: (262) 787-3607

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Brookfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values and encourages diversity.