Water Operator I

CITY OF LAUREL

JOB OPENING

The City of Laurel is now accepting applications for the following union positions:

Water Plant Operator I

Compensation for all positions includes excellent benefits, plus a competitive starting hourly wage with an increase after successfully completing a 12-month probationary period;

Water Plant Operator I’s workweek is a rotating shift, including days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays. Starting wage is $24.52/hour (95% of $25.81). Pre-employment physical and drug screen will be required. Background checks will be performed prior to employment offer. Must be able to obtain a Montana Department of Environmental Quality water treatment certification within one year of start date. 

Applicants may obtain a copy of the position description and application from the City’s website at htts://cityoflaurelmontana.com/jobs, or by calling the Council Secretary at (406) 628-7431, ext. 5503, or at bmoorman@laurel.mt.gov. A completed application, cover letter, and resume should be returned to the Public Works Director, City of Laurel, P.O. Box 10, Laurel, MT  59044.

Initial application screening will begin on September 15, 2022. Open until filled.

The City of Laurel is an EEOC. 

Employee Benefit Package:

The City is a member of the Montana Public Employees Retirement System. The employee pays in .079%  and the employer pays .0897%. The employer potion will raise 1% each year. We also offer a 457 pre-tax retirement plan which is 100% employee paid.

Each union employee receives 40 hours personal time per year (prorated), 15 days’ vacation (can’t use for 6 mo.) and 12 days of Sick (can’t use for 3 mo.). 10 Paid Holidays. Short Term and Long-Term Disability and $650 Flex medical reimbursement. (prorated).

There are four Health Insurance plans to choose from: (Pacific Source)

80/20  $500.00 deductible

80/20  $1000.00 deductible

70/30  $1500.00 deductible

HSA     $3500.00 High deductible Health savings account.

There is a Dental and Vision plan also available.

The City pays 100% of the Employee Health, Dental and Vision which is a $944.05 benefit to the employee. Children and Spouse maybe added for an additional cost.

The City also offers an employer paid Life Insurance policy ($15,000 for full time employees).