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Avg. salary range
$74k–$79k
across regions
Hours / Day
10
Days / Week
4
working days
About this career
Wastewater system operators control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.
Career Level
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Math
Do you have a good sense of numbers? Are you easily able to recognize patterns? Can you easily do basic calculations?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Quality Control
Are you good at responding to feedback? Are you able to repeat a task with consistent results?
Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
Education & Training
High School Diploma
A high school diploma is a North American academic qualification awarded upon high school graduation. The high school diploma is typically studied for over the course of four years, from Grade 9 to Grade 12.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$69,200
Average
$74,300
High
$81,300
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
4 on · 4 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8 to 10 hours long but times can be any time of the day. Shifts are usually 4 or 5 days a week but are not limited to weekdays.
Utilities & Waste Management
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$76,500
Overall Rank
90th
out of 199 careers
In Utilities & Waste Management
6th
out of 6 careers
Salary distribution
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