Description
Water Treatment Operator (All Levels)
City of Carmel, Indiana – Utilities Department
Start your career or bring your expertise—Carmel Utilities is hiring Water Treatment Operators at all levels. We offer a clear career path, hands-on training, and competitive pay based on your experience and certifications.
What You’ll Do:
Operate, monitor, and maintain water treatment systems
Perform inspections, sampling, and water quality testing
Troubleshoot equipment and respond to system alarms
Maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance
Support maintenance of equipment, tools, and facilities
Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies
Senior Operators also:
Lead daily operations and support team members
Train and mentor staff
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Above list is not All – Inclusive .. Performs other Related Duties as required
What You Bring
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and safety mindset
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Work Environment
Indoor/outdoor work in all weather conditions
Physical activity including lifting, climbing, confined space entry
Exposure to equipment, chemicals, and environmental elements
24/7 operations with emergency response (on call required)
Why Carmel?
We don’t just fill jobs—we build careers.
City of Carmel, Indiana Website
Vision: Be the best run, most desirable city in the nation
Mission: Curate an environment where big dreams flourish
Values: Innovate Fearlessly Lead with Heart Empower Together
Apply Today
Whether you're starting fresh or bringing years of experience, we’ll meet you where you are—and help you grow.
The City of Carmel, Indiana, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Qualifications (Level Based on Experience & Licensing)
Apprentice:
High school diploma or GED + valid driver’s license.
Vocational, technical or on-the-job training in water preferred.
No experience or license required—we’ll train you.
Intermediate:
2+ years water treatment experience and
WT3 or WT5 license (Indiana-WT3 Ground Water serving greater than 10,000 in population or Indiana WT5 Surface Water serving greater than 10,000 in population)
Independently operates plant systems
Senior:
6+ years experience and
WT3 & WT5 licenses + leadership ability (Indiana-WT3 Ground Water serving greater than 10,000 in population & Indiana WT5 Surface Water serving greater than 10,000 in population)
Leads operations and supports staff
Indiana Department of Environmental Management -Operator Certification Primacy Agency
Drinking Water Operator Certification Rule-Guidance Document
