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TDX

Power Plant Operator (P)

Adak, AK · On-site

TDX Adak Generating (TAG) is recruiting for the position of Power Plant Operator. This is a regular full-time position located in Adak, AK. This position reports to the Utility Operations Manager.

Tdxcorp

Power Plant Operator (P)

Adak, AK · On-site

TDX Adak Generating (TAG) is recruiting for the position of Power Plant Operator. This is a regular full-time position located in Adak, AK. This position reports to the Utility Operations Manager.

TDX Quality

Power Plant Operator (P)

Adak, AK · On-site

TDX Adak Generating (TAG) is recruiting for the position of Power Plant Operator. This is a regular full-time position located in Adak, AK. This position reports to the Utility Operations Manager.

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How much do water plant operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for water plant operator in Alaska is $63,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $72,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water plant operator?

Water Plant Operators are professionals responsible for running and maintaining water treatment plants. They manage the equipment and processes that treat and distribute water for public consumption or industrial use. Their duties include monitoring water quality, conducting tests, adjusting chemical levels, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Water Plant Operators play a critical role in providing safe, clean water to communities.

What does a water plant operator do?

The job duties of a water plant operator include working to operate and maintain a water plant. Your responsibilities in this job revolve around monitoring pumping equipment and ensuring proper water treatment. You may need to repair or facilitate the repair of equipment to keep water supply flowing. You usually collect sample data and test the water to ensure quality and safety. You are often responsible for ensuring the proper flow of water through filtering equipment, and you may clean filters and fill treatment chemicals as needed. Most plant operators need to keep a log of their activities on a daily basis.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a water plant operator?

To thrive as a Water Plant Operator, you need a solid understanding of water treatment processes, safety regulations, and relevant environmental standards, often backed by a high school diploma and state-specific operator certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, water quality testing instruments, and maintenance tools is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills for monitoring systems and responding to issues. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of clean water to the community.

What are some common challenges faced by water plant operators in maintaining regulatory compliance?

Water Plant Operators often face challenges in keeping up with evolving environmental regulations and ensuring all treatment processes consistently meet strict water quality standards. This involves regular monitoring, accurate record-keeping, and prompt adjustments to chemical dosages or equipment settings. Operators must also be prepared to troubleshoot unexpected equipment malfunctions or respond to weather-related changes that affect water quality. Staying current with training and technological advancements is essential to successfully manage these compliance responsibilities.

What is the difference between Water Plant Operator vs Water Treatment Technician?

AspectWater Plant OperatorWater Treatment Technician
CertificationsWater operator license, state certificationWater treatment certification, state license
Work EnvironmentWater treatment plants, distribution systemsWater treatment facilities, field sites
Job FocusOperating and maintaining water treatment equipmentMonitoring, testing, and troubleshooting treatment processes

Both roles involve working in water treatment facilities and require similar certifications. Water Plant Operators typically oversee the entire treatment process and plant operations, while Water Treatment Technicians focus more on testing, monitoring, and troubleshooting equipment. Both positions are essential for ensuring safe, clean water and often share similar work environments and industry usage.

How much do water treatment plant operators make?

Water treatment plant operators in Texas typically earn an average annual salary of around $45,000 to $55,000, depending on experience, certifications, and the size of the facility. Salaries can vary based on location, with additional pay for overtime, night shifts, or specialized skills such as SCADA system operation.

Is being a water plant operator a good job?

Water plant operators are responsible for maintaining and operating water treatment facilities to ensure safe drinking water. The job typically requires technical skills, certifications, and adherence to safety standards, and offers stable employment with opportunities for advancement. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in public health and environmental protection.
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Elementary Building Plant Operator

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Anchorage School District
Elementary and Secondary Schools • 5 - 10K employees

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$21.34/hr

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Job description

Position Type:
Custodial/Elementary Building Plant Operator
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
RUSSIAN JACK ELEMENTARY
Bargaining Unit: Local 71
Work Year: 10 months
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: C-6 step 1, $21.34 per hour
Job Summary
The Elementary Building Plant Operator maintains elementary school buildings, grounds, and equipment for the Anchorage School District. The BPO cleans and makes minor repairs to the building, equipment, and grounds, and monitors supplies. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Job Requirements
The following are required:
  1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
  2. One year of custodial experience.
  3. Knowledge of a general custodial position, to include methods and materials used in custodial work.
  4. Ability to perform heavy work such as extensive stooping and crouching, sustained standing, pushing and pulling, reaching with hands and arms and occasionally lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  5. Ability to make substantial movement of wrists, hands, and fingers required.
  6. Successful completion of written skills test on file.
  7. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operations, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  8. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.

The following are preferred:
  1. One year of semi-skilled maintenance experience.
  2. Ability to use custodial equipment safely and effectively.
  3. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  4. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  5. Ability to keep written records and originate written reports.

Essential Job Functions
  1. Opens school plant in the morning and checks for vandalism.
  2. Checks heating and electrical equipment and facilities.
  3. Surveys buildings and grounds for hazards. Reports any findings to supervisor.
  4. Makes minor repairs to custodial equipment, classroom furniture, etc.
  5. Cleans outside of building, such as sidewalks, by sweeping and/or removing snow. Sands and/or chips ice on steps and walkways, keeping all entrances and exits free of any snow and ice. Clears a path to dumpster for safe trash removal.
  6. Keeps school grounds in a safe and sanitary condition by removing paper, cans, and trash from the school grounds on a daily basis.
  7. Maintains playground equipment in safe condition including areas around swings, climbing apparatus, and other playground equipment.
  8. Reports when repairs are necessary.
  9. Arranges cafeteria, multi-purpose rooms, and other rooms for meetings and special events.
  10. Replaces light bulbs.
  11. Raises and lowers flag each day school is in session.
  12. Locks and secures building as required.
  13. Cleans up all spills during shift.
  14. Sweeps halls and entryways daily.
  15. Regularly checks restrooms during shift for cleanliness and replenishes supplies as needed.
  16. Assists teachers as requested.
  17. Cleans assigned area on a daily basis.
  18. Receives, accounts for, and stores school and custodial supplies and equipment when delivered.
  19. Cleans stopped/clogged plumbing fixtures, or reports problems when necessary.
  20. Waters and maintains lawns and shrubs immediately surrounding the school.
  21. Washes exterior windows.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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