The City of Bremerton is seeking to fill the position of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I in the City’s Department of Public Works & Utilities. Once established, this register is valid for six (6) months, and future open positions will be filled using this register.

This recruitment closes on August 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. To view the full job announcement and to apply online visit: https://www.bremertonwa.gov/169/Current-Jobs.

GENERAL FUNCTION

Under the general supervision of the WWTP Operations Supervisor, the WWTP Operator I performs skilled journey-level work operating and maintaining the City of Bremerton’s Class IV secondary wastewater treatment plant and Eastside UV/Combined Sewer Overflow Plant (ESTP). The position monitors and controls treatment processes, analyzes operational data, performs routine maintenance and repairs, and responds to changing plant conditions to ensure compliance with state and federal standards and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements.

The hiring range for this position is: $38.14 - $46.72 per hour. This salary includes longevity (1% earned after five years and increases to a maximum of 4% after 20 years). Additionally, a 3.8% cost of living increase has been approved for 2027.

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plan; 13 days of paid vacation per year (increases to a maximum of 26 days per year with years of service); 11 paid holidays per year; one paid floating holiday of your choice per year (after six months of employment); 12 days of paid sick leave; wellness program; employee assistance program; and medical, dental and vision coverage. For additional information, click here.

The City of Bremerton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department by email at humanresources@ci.bremerton.wa.us.

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