Water Treatment Plant Operator in New York

Water treatment operators run the plants that produce safe drinking water and treat wastewater — essential public health infrastructure that employs thousands across every state. Government employment, union membership, strong benefits, and an operator shortage make this a highly secure career.

$51,500 NY Median Salary
4% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Water Treatment Plant Operator Salary in New York

Estimated salary range for Water Treatment Plant Operators in New York, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$37,000
Median
$51,500
Experienced
$72,000

🎓 Water Treatment Plant Operator Licensing in New York

Credential required: State Water/Wastewater Operator License (Class I–IV)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the New York state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Water Treatment Plant Operator Programs in New York

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Water Treatment Plant Operator in New York

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Erie Community College

📍 Buffalo, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Finger Lakes Community College

📍 Canandaigua, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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CUNY LaGuardia Community College

📍 Long Island City, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Mohawk Valley Community College

📍 Utica, NY
Certificate 1-<2yr
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SUNY Adirondack

📍 Queensbury, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Hudson Valley Community College

📍 Troy, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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SUNY Westchester Community College

📍 Valhalla, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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SUNY Broome Community College

📍 Binghamton, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Cayuga County Community College

📍 Auburn, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Niagara County Community College

📍 Sanborn, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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SUNY Corning Community College

📍 Corning, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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CUNY Queensborough Community College

📍 Bayside, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Tompkins Cortland Community College

📍 Dryden, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Jamestown Community College

📍 Jamestown, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Monroe Community College

📍 Rochester, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Rockland Community College

📍 Suffern, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Clinton Community College

📍 Plattsburgh, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Columbia-Greene Community College

📍 Hudson, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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North Country Community College

📍 Saranac Lake, NY
Certificate 2-4yr
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Ulster County Community College

📍 Stone Ridge, NY
Certificate 2-4yr

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