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Salary: $28.12 - $40.20 Hourly
Location : 234 S. Park, Neenah, WI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: W20261FPO
Department: Water Utility
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Position Overview:
The City of Neenah seeks a skilled Water Filtration Plant Operator to ensure the continuous, real-time operations of integrated water pumping, transmission, treatment, and distribution systems. This role requires knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations including DNR, EPA, DSPS, DATCP, and local ordinances.
Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze water samples to ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Monitor and adjust chemical dosages and treatment processes to optimize water quality.
• Use a SCADA system to oversee and control plant operations.
• Adjust flow rates and system parameters to meet demand and maintain efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and complete logs.
• Respond to security alerts and assist during emergencies.
• Perform maintenance tasks on water treatment equipment and structures.
• Inspect and repair equipment, including UV disinfection systems.
• Assist with equipment calibration and maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree from a water treatment program or related field
• Experience: Two years of experience in a water related field including laboratory experience, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Other: Valid driver's license. Wisconsin Municipal Waterworks Operator License with Subclasses S, D, and L (to be obtained within one year of employment).

Schedule: This is a swing shift position.
Salary and Benefits:

• Full Wage Range: $28.12 - $40.20 with an expected hiring range of $28.12- $33.62 depending on qualifications.
• The City of Neenah offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and life insurance.
  • Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Advancement Opportunities:

• Salary acceleration for qualifications and experience above minimum requirements
• Lateral service credit for accelerated vacation benefits
• Succession planning strategies for personal and departmental growth

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application as soon as possible. This position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Join a team that's building something meaningful.
At the City of Neenah, our work is guided by a shared purpose:
"We strengthen our community by building on the past, owning the present, and stewarding the future, together."
That purpose shows up every day in how we work:

• Pursue Growth- We invest in people because strong individuals build strong communities.
• Encourage Innovation- We do not just respond to change. We anticipate it and lead with new ideas.
• Cultivate Collaborative Relationships- Respect, trust, and teamwork are at the center of everything we do.
• Engage with Our Community- We listen, include, and connect to serve Neenah in meaningful ways.

If you are looking for work that makes an impact and a team that values how you show up, we would love to have you here.
Job Description can be viewed in full detail at:
The City of Neenah is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The City of Neenah offers the following benefits to employees classified as Full-Time or Permanent Part-Time working 30 hours or more per week.
Employee Health Clinic
Benefit eligible employees (Those working 30 or more hours per week) have access to the City's employee clinic free of charge.
Dependents up to age 26 who are on the City's health plan may also use the employee clinic at no cost. Those dependents not on the City's health plan may access the clinic but are required to pay a $40 co-pay.
Medical
The City offers medical insurance through UMR. To better understand the network, you can visit umr.com and search for UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network.
Wellness Benefit
Covered employees and spouses who participate in their annual wellness screening receive up to $400 annually into a Health Reimbursement Account on a pre-tax basis. This benefit can be used for medical expenses such as deductibles and co-pays.
Flexible Spending Account Plan
Eligible employees may elect to participate in a flexible spending account (FSA) plan. The FSA plan allows employees to have payroll deducted pre-tax and kept in an account that the employee may use for certain medical, dental, or vision costs not covered by insurance, or for dependent care, or for independent health premiums.
Dental
The City uses Delta Dental as it's dental provider. Employees pay 10% of the overall premium.
This benefit includes a $1500 annual orthodontic allowance for each covered member on the plan.
Vision:
The City uses Delta as it's Vision provider. The Employee pays 100% of this premium.
Ancillary Benefits
The City offers ancillary benefits to offset health care costs. These benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
Each of the available benefits offer an additional wellness benefit.
Income Continuation Insurance
As a WRS eligible employee, we participate in Income Continuation Insurance through the State of Wisconsin. Employees who are disabled due to a personal medical event may receive monetary benefits similar to a short-term disability program. Some provisions apply.
Life Insurance
The City provides WRS eligible employees with basic life insurance in the amount of one times an employee's annual salary at no cost to them.
Employees may elect additional coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Rates are based on age and salary as determined by the carrier.
Wisconsin Retirement System
The City of Neenah participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System. All eligible employees are automatically enrolled into the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The City of Neenah pays the employer portion, and each eligible employee is responsible for the employee portion.
Employee Assistance Program
The City of Neenah has an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This service is offered at no cost to its employees and their immediate family members to help deal with life's stresses. EAP consists of caring individuals who are certified counselors. They can also help by referring the employee to another resource if assistance is needed beyond the EAP.
Deferred Compensation
Deferred Compensation allows employees to set aside pre-tax earnings toward retirement. The amount deferred reduces year-end state and federal income tax base. All the earnings will accrue tax-free until such time as the assets are withdrawn, generally at retirement, termination, or other special circumstances. There is also an after-tax 457 Roth contribution option. The City does not contribute to these plans.
Time Away from Work
The City of Neenah offers several paid time off benefits to include: vacation, holidays, floating holidays, sick leave, funeral leave and jury duty leave.