How much does a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager make in Colorado? The average Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager salary in Colorado is $111,720 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $99,430 and $122,010. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $88,241 CO February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $99,430 CO February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $111,720 CO February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $122,010 CO February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $131,379 CO February 26, 2024
25% $99,430 10% $88,241 90% $131,379 75% $122,010 $111,720 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager establishes sampling and testing systems, and ensures proper testing of functionality of pumps, conveyors, blowers, and other equipment. Manages the operations of a wastewater treatment plant to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and reporting practices. Being a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree or other tech degree. Monitors federal, state, and local regulations and environmental guidelines and creates and updates wastewater treatment procedures to adhere to those regulations. In addition, Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically reports to a manager or director. The Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $112,581 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $110,115 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $102,662 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $106,212 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $102,662 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $112,945 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $112,851 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $113,454 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $103,681 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $111,276 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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