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CITY OF APPLETONW I S C O N S I NWASTEWATER PLANTOPERATORUtilities DepartmentNOW HIRING

The City of Appleton is an inviting community nestled in northeastern Wisconsinjust north of the largest lake in the state, Lake Winnebago. Home to more than75,000 residents, Appleton is known for its vibrant and growing downtown,numerous parks, high-quality education, and friendly, safe environment. We’reproud that in 2020 Appleton was ranked #1 for the Best Place to Raise Kids bySmartAsset. In 2023, Appleton was also ranked as one of the best places to livein the Midwest by Livability.The City of Appleton is considered a leader in the New North, a regionalinitiative to promote economic growth in northeastern Wisconsin. The city is located in the heart of the Fox Cities, a grouping of 15 cities, villages and towns linked by the Fox River. We are one of the fastest-growing areas in the state which nearly a quarter-million people call home. We enjoy a variety of activities from jazz concerts on the nationally recognized campus of Lawrence University and Broadway performances at the world-class Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, to quiet evenings spent walking along trails near the river or having dinner at one of the fabulous restaurants that border the historical waterway. Appleton represents a beautiful balance of the amenities and experiences offered by larger cities, while maintaining a hometown feel for residents and visitors, alike. Every August downtown Appleton hosts Mile of Music, a national cover-free festivalhighlighting handcrafted artistry. In fall, the Octoberfest celebration drawsmore than 150,000 people to enjoy music, food, and more. We take pride in ourmany parades and a broad range of cultural events including Juneteenth and theHmong New Year.CITY OF APPLETON: A PLACE WHERE YOU BELONGA GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, LEARN, AND GROWAt the City of Appleton, we welcome employees who love to learn and areforward-thinking. Located in the heart of the Fox Cities, we are a steadfastemployer committed to providing a flexible work environment and uniquebenefits. We encourage employees to come as they are and explore growthopportunities that will help them serve our community with impact. dedicated to meeting the needs of the community & enhancing the quality of lifeI HAVE FOUND THE WORKPLACE CULTURE TOBE KIND, OPEN TO CHANGES AND INTERESTEDIN GROWTH. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GROWPERSONALLY & PROFESSIONALLY.

A GREAT PLACE TO WORK AND MAKE AN IMPACTA GREAT JOB FOR YOUAll 630+ full-time City employees and 450+ annual seasonal employees worktowards one mission: serving community needs and enhancing the quality of lifefor all City of Appleton residents and visitors. As a Wastewater Plant Operator,you are part of our Utilities Department team of 35 members who positivelyimpact the lives of other City employees, residents and visitors every day. As a City of Appleton employee, you not only are a part of an organization thatmakes a local impact, but also a global impact as well. The City has built globalpartnerships with our Sister Cities in Kanonji, Japan and Chinandega, Nicaragua.We are proud to share our knowledge and resources with these communities andtheir residents.dedicated to meeting the needs of the community & enhancing the quality of lifeI THINK IT IS AN UNPARALLELED PLACE TO WORK.ALL EMPLOYEES I HAVE MET ARE EXTREMELYPASSIONATE ABOUT THEIR WORK, CARE ABOUTCOMMUNICATING WITH EACH OTHER, AND HAVE ADEEP LOVE FOR THE CITY ITSELF.In this position, you will be responsible for thecomprehensive monitoring, testing and control ofthe chemical, physical and biological processes atthe wastewater treatment plant. You will completeanalytical testing to maintain plant processes andfor regulatory reporting requirements. This positionalso controls equipment, pumps, valves, chemicals,in order to affect efficient, compliant discharge anddigestion products. It is a rotating shift positionwhich pays double time on holidays and Sundays. *Quotes from 2022 anonymous employee benefits/culture surveyI LOVE MY WORK AND FEEL VALUED.THE CITY OF APPLETON REALLYCARES ABOUT ITS EMPLOYEES

A GREAT PLACE TO USE AND GROW YOUR SKILLSARE YOU THE ONE?If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an online applicationat www.appleton.org by no later than Sunday, June 25, 2023. Resumes without anapplication will not be considered.Ready to Use Your Skills?We are looking for someone who has strong technical skills and the ability toproblem solve. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education or trainingin wastewater treatment technology with a college degree preferred. Three to fiveyears of operating experience in a wastewater treatment facility, manufacturingenvironment, industrial maintenance environment or the equivalent combination ofeducation, experience and training is desired. dedicated to meeting the needs of the community & enhancing the quality of lifeLOOKING AT EVERYTHING FROM WAGESTO BENEFITS, TO WORK HOURS ANDTHE GENERAL CULTURE, THIS BY FAR ISTHE BEST ORGANIZATION I HAVE EVERBEEN A PART OF.SalaryThe annual hiring salary range for this positionis $47,645-$59,080 (maximum $66,703)depending upon experience and qualifications. (This salary range does not include thepremium double time payments for Sundaysand holidays which can increase your overallearning potential.) It also offers an excellentfringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, life, dental and vision insurance;deferred compensation option; and WisconsinRetirement System (WRS). (Note: we are proudto say the WRS is among the best funded andbest managed public pension systems in thecountry!)City of Appleton Human Resources Department100 N. Appleton Street, Appleton, WI 54911920-832-6458humanresources@appleton.orgWE ARE PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.