Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
Significant Points
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.
Most water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators are employed by local governments. Most operators work full time.
Water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators typically need a high school diploma and a license to work. They also usually undergo on-the-job training.
The median annual wage for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators was $44,790 in May 2015.
Employment of water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators is projected to grow 6 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job prospects are expected to be excellent.
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