Water Pollution Control Operator 1 (Anticipated)
Work Schedule TBD Dependent on Operating Needs: 1st Shift Sunday – Thursday OR 1st Shift Tuesday – Saturday
University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus
Salary Range: $66,517.00-$85,519.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.
Link to Water Pollution Control Operator Job Specification:
https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=9252FM&R1=&R3=
INTRODUCTION
UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has one anticipated job opening for a Water Pollution Control Operator 1. This position is accountable for performing a limited range of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the Class IV Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF), to include water reclamation, and associated lift stations to the facility that are located at the Storrs Campus.
Incumbents in this class are required to possess at the time of hire a Class I Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate in accordance with the regulations of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). The Class I Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certificate is required and must be maintained throughout employment with the University.
The Water Pollution Control Operator 1 position is a permanent, full-time, 1st Shift 40 hours/week position. The work schedule is to be determined based on operating needs; the work schedule will be either 1st Shift Sunday – Thursday OR 1st Shift Tuesday – Saturday. The work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a paid half an hour for lunch. This position may be eligible for weekend differential. The hourly rate of pay is $31.86/hour and is non-negotiable for those new to State Employment; the hourly rate of pay for current NP-2 employees is calculated based on current salary/step.
UConn offers the following benefits for NP-2 employees:
- Excellent and affordable healthcare options
- Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/
- Employee retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/retirement/
The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.
This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.
This position may lead Water Pollution Control Operator Trainees, work based learning students and/or college student interns. Some training may be required outside of the established work schedule and on overtime. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends, holidays) and may be required to work on holidays.
Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses.
A current motor vehicle license is required.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Openings, Search #499413. Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional, work-related references along with their contact information.
This job posting is anticipated to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on May 31, 2026.
Questions pertaining to this position and the Water Resource Recovery Facility should be directed to Katie Milardo at katie.milardo@uconn.edu
Please direct questions about the application process and employment to UConn HR at Workforce@uconn.edu.