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Fred Smith Company

Water Truck Driver

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Drives tank truck to transport water for construction projects or to provide water for use on the ... This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience ...

Blythe Construction Inc

Water Truck Driver

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Drives tank truck to transport water for construction projects or to provide water for use on the ... This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience ...

Blythe Construction Inc

Water Truck Driver

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Drives tank truck to transport water for construction projects or to provide water for use on the ... This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience ...

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How much do entry level water tanker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level water tanker in the United States is $87,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do entry level water tankers make good money?

Entry level water tanker drivers typically earn wages that are close to minimum wage or slightly above, depending on the region and employer. Compensation can increase with experience, certifications, and the ability to operate larger or specialized tankers, often supplemented by overtime or bonuses. Overall, it provides a steady income but is generally not considered highly lucrative at the entry level.

What is the difference between Entry Level Water Tanker vs Water Truck Driver?

AspectEntry Level Water TankerWater Truck Driver
Required CertificationsDriver's license, basic safety trainingDriver's license, commercial driving certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, municipal water supplyConstruction sites, industrial facilities
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, municipal servicesConstruction, agriculture, industrial sectors

Both roles involve operating water transport vehicles, but the Water Truck Driver often requires additional commercial driving certifications and may handle larger or more complex trucks. Entry Level Water Tankers typically focus on basic water delivery tasks in construction or municipal settings. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role based on their certifications and work environment preferences.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Water Tanker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,249 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

Water Treatment Tech / Water Treatment Sr. Tech - Asset Management

Denver Water

Lakewood, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Denver Water rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position Summary
Please note that interviews for this role will take place during the week of September 7th.
*Applications from this recruitment may be considered for future Water Treatment Technician full-time and Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions. LTE positions are project/program based and typically have a predetermined expected end date.
Water Treatment Tech
This is an entry level position. Under direct supervision, train on and perform a variety of jobs necessary for the operation and maintenance of water treatment plants and appurtenant structures. As a treatment technician, learn to use physical and chemical conventional water treatment techniques to become proficient at providing an adequate supply of safe, high-quality water to the public. As an asset management technician, learn to maintain plant equipment and structures such as chemical feed/storage, piping, valves, basins, and reservoirs.
Water Treatment Sr. Tech
Under general supervision, perform a variety of duties essential to the operation and maintenance of two or more water treatment plants (including potable and recycled). As a Senior Technician maintain plant equipment and structures such as chemical feed/storage, instrumentation, piping, valves, basins, and reservoirs to ensure safe, adequate, and reliable delivery of high-quality water.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
All Technicians must be able to perform safety sensitive functions; provide appropriate first response to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials, wear respirators including self-contained breathing apparatus as required. They may be required to perform on-call duty, work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Technicians report to two or more Denver Water treatment plants. All team members perform other duties as assigned and cross train as needed.
  • Learn to and become proficient at repairing and maintaining equipment such as pumps, compressors, chemical feed equipment, electric, hydraulic and pneumatic control equipment, chlorinators, valves, and gauges.
  • Learn to and become proficient at performing preventative maintenance, installation, fabrication, correction, adjusting plant equipment, and modify existing systems to accommodate plant needs.
  • Learn to and become proficient at performing preventative maintenance, installation, fabrication, correction, adjusting plant equipment, and modify existing systems to accommodate plant needs. Equipment encountered includes, but is not limited to, pumps, compressors, chemical feed equipment, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic control equipment, valves and gauges.

Additionally, Water Treatment Sr. Techs are responsible for the following:
  • Utilize plumbing, mechanical, and construction skills and monitoring technology to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on treatment plant equipment, basins, piping, and chemical feed systems. Clean basins, piping, and chemical tanks in preparation for inspection and repairs.
  • Lead and support internal maintenance projects including planning, ordering parts, creating job plans and completion of project.
  • Maintain and update records in Maximo asset management tracking system.
  • Assist specialized trades personnel in making major and/or specialized repairs to equipment. Assist contractors in coordination of plant upgrades.
  • Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and equipment O&Ms to assist with process troubleshooting, repairs, and plant upgrades.
  • Monitor systems for alarms, adjust, and provide appropriate response.
  • Operate and maintain chlorination equipment for pre-treatment, filtration, and disinfection systems. Maintain Risk Management Program (RMP) compliance through training, proper use of PPE and annual mandatory inspection, repair and replacement of chlorination equipment and instrumentation. Must complete an initial 40-hour RMP training and meet an annual 8-hour RMP training requirements.
  • Perform calibration of chemical feed equipment. Order chemicals and take delivery of bulk chemicals.
  • Perform facility inspections of treatment processes, equipment, instrumentation, storage tanks and grounds. Make visual inspections of facility processes, equipment, instrumentation, and facility grounds.
  • Perform complex plant start-ups and shutdowns, including emergency shutdowns.
  • Assess project risks and develop job hazard analysis (JHA) and adhere to Denver Water's safety practices and policies.
  • Will assist in training new technicians. Will create and/or update SOPs and other training documents.
  • Must be able to perform safety sensitive functions.
  • Perform related duties as required.
  • May be required to perform on-call duty, work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Operate and maintain solids handling systems.
  • Provide appropriate first response to emergencies and spills including those involving hazardous materials. Wear respirators including self-contained breathing apparatus as required.

Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum 1 year of general work experience.
  • Minimum of two years of related work experience. - Water Treatment Sr. Tech Only
  • Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications
Water Treatment Tech
  • Within 12 months of hire, the technician must possess a valid:

o Colorado Treatment Operator Class D certification in water or wastewater or
o Colorado Water Distribution Class I or
o ABC Plant Maintenance Technologist Class I certification
  • Will be required to obtain 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class 'R' Colorado driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Water Treatment Sr. Tech
  • At time of hire must possess a valid:

Colorado Water Operator Class B Water or Wastewater certification or o Colorado Water Distribution Class 3 certification or o An Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) for Plant Maintenance Technologist Class 2.
  • Will be required to obtain 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class 'R' Colorado driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Safety Sensitive Requirements
  • This is a safety sensitive job where an employee's direct action/inaction may lead to immediate harm to self, team, or the public and/or will have significant risk to the mission of Denver Water. To promote the safety, employees in this job must possess English proficiency adequate to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers, including proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Respiratory Protection Testing
  • This position is subject to respiratory protection testing as directed per Denver Water Physician.

An offer of employment may be contingent upon satisfactory results of a post-offer drug test and alcohol. Denver Water tests for the following: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opioids, and phencyclidine (PCP). A strength test may also be conducted due to the physical requirements of the position. This strength test may include lifting, pushing, and pulling various amounts of weight as well as crouching, squatting, and lifting one's own body weight from various positions. If the position is deemed safety-sensitive or requires a CDL, you will be placed on the random drug and alcohol testing list, which means you may be tested if your name is selected while employed at Denver Water.
Applicants for employment at Denver Water must be authorized to work in the U.S. Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

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