• Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
  • Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 47,066
    $36,060 range bar $65,003
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Slow Growing
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators manage a system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.

What do they typically do

  • Add chemicals, such as ammonia or chlorine, to disinfect water or other liquids
  • Inspect equipment on a regular basis
  • Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges
  • Collect and test water and sewage samples
  • Record meter and gauge readings and operational data
  • Document and report test results to regulatory agencies
  • Operate equipment to purify and clarify water or to process or dispose of sewage
  • Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas
  • Follow U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
  • Ensure safety standards are met

Number of Jobs

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Job Growth +0.5%
Job Openings 63

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Education & Training

  • Education

    Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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