--- title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee description: City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia is hiring for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/wastewater-treatment-plant-operator-trainee-at-city-of-fredericksburg-virginia-01a135b9-65a3-7c23-b728-b47a93d5a617 date: 2026-11-13T14:30:00Z og_description: Join City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia as Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in Fredericksburg, VA. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/q3881l.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia | | **Location** | Fredericksburg, VA | | **Salary** | $40.9K/yr - $63.3K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 13, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for City Of Fredericksburg, Virginia. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $49,000 – $68,000 a year (median $56,000). ## Description ![](https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20240604144527_AA8ZNHOKWJRLFVAJ/layout/20260713160230-image.png) | **Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator** **or Trainee** **CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA** | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | **Full-Time | Benefits | Paid Training** **Build your skills. Serve your community. Advance your career with Fredericksburg’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.** # **Career Growth and Pay** | **Wastewater Treatment Plant Trainee** **$40,876 - $44,963 (hiring range)** Start your career with hands-on training and essential wastewater experience. | **Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator IV** **$49,684 - $54,652 (hiring range)** Enhance your technical skills, take on greater responsibilities, and amplify your contributions to the team. A Class 4 License is required. | **Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III - I** **$52,168 - $63,267(hiring range)** Take on more complex tasks, act as a dependable resource, and assist with operations. A Class 3, 2 or 1 license is required. | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | *Progression through the career ladder is based on demonstrated skills, successful performance, required training and certifications, operational needs, and available funding.* # **What You’ll Do** The City of Fredericksburg is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Wastewater Treatment team. Whether you're starting fresh as a Trainee or are a licensed Wastewater Operator, this is your chance to embark on a rewarding career in a $260 billion-a-year industry. This position will play a pivotal role in supporting the essential operations of the city’s Wastewater Treatment Plant through:   | **Machinery Operation and Maintenance** Operate and maintain wastewater machinery and pumps effectively. | **Sample Processing and Chemical Management** Process and collect wastewater samples for laboratory testing, and adjust feed rates while adding chemicals as needed to ensure optimal treatment. | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Data and Reporting** Assist with data entry, prepare monthly reports, and manage SCADA process controls for efficient operations. | **Training and Compliance** Participate in city-sponsored training to obtain a Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within 12 months and work towards obtaining a Class 3 license within 18 months. | # **Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?** | **A Career with Purpose** Join an experienced and supportive team that values public service, teamwork, safety, and the opportunity to develop new skills while contributing to the community every day. | **Comprehensive Benefits** The City offers a competitive benefits package that offers: medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System. | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | # **Minimum Qualifications** - Educational background equivalent to a high school diploma. - Ability to obtain a Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within 12 months of employment. (City-sponsored training). - Ability to obtain a Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license within 18 months of employment. - Valid Virginia driver's license. - Ability to pass a background and driving record check. # **Work Environment** - 24/7 operation with 12-hour shifts; rotating schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. - Regular 40-hour workweek with potential for scheduled overtime. - Work involves outdoor tasks in various weather conditions.   | **BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL** This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the [City’s Core Values](https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/1400/City-Values). **Apply online:** [**www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers**](https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers) | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | *While the position will remain open until filled, completed City Employment applications should be submitted by **4:00 pm on December 4, 2026**.* Questions? The City of Fredericksburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.![](https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20240604144527_AA8ZNHOKWJRLFVAJ/layout/20260713160148-image-20260713120147-2.png) ​​ ## Skills - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Laboratory Sample Processing - SCADA - Wastewater - Chemical Safety Management - Pumps - Data Entry - Manufacturing Plant Equipment - Maintenance - Driving - Laboratory Testing - Process Control - Machinery Operation ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance ## Related - [Manufacturing & Production jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/manufacturing-and-production?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Plant Operations jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/manufacturing-and-production/plant-operations?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Water / Wastewater Operator jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/manufacturing-and-production/plant-operations/water-wastewater-operator?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Virginia](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 99845 jobs - [General Government](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/government-administration/general-government?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26973 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)