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Job Description


	Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

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

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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	Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

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. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators with similar occupations. Learn more about water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	95,220
Water, Sewage and Other Systems	13,740
Waste Treatment and Disposal	2,700
Animal Slaughtering and Processing	860
State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	810
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	790
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution	630
Employment Services	570
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	520
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	500

Career Video

Title: "Water and Waste Treatment Plant Operators"

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
Average Annual Salary	$49,490
Average Hourly Wage	$23.79
Total Employment	123,650