Drinking Water Program Technician

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short‑

3% employer 401(k) discretionary after

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid federal holidays

12 paid vacation days

Paid sick leave

Tuition assistance after 1 year

Job summary

Tessera is seeking an experienced onsite lead for the Installation Drinking Water Program at Fort Stewart, GA. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local drinking water regulations while directing program activities across the installation.

The role involves coordinating with government stakeholders, preparing regulatory reports, and supervising staff to maintain certifications. A valid operator certification portfolio and strong SDWA knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of water utilities, drinking water management, or water resource management experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary onsite technical lead and subject matter expert for the Installation Drinking Water Program, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations.
• Direct and oversee execution of drinking water program activities across the installation, ensuring technical requirements, contractual obligations, and program objectives are achieved.
• Provide technical guidance, oversight, and quality assurance for drinking water support personnel, while ensuring required training and certifications are maintained.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the COR to support program execution, compliance initiatives, inspections, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze drinking water monitoring and sampling data, identify trends, evaluate system performance, and develop recommendations to support regulatory compliance and program improvement.
• Prepare, review, and submit regulatory reports and program deliverables, including CCR, compliance inspections, water quality analyses, groundwater monitoring reports, and other required documentation.
• Monitor program performance, track compliance requirements, and proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact drinking water system operations or regulatory obligations.
• Maintain accurate program records, technical documentation, and compliance data to support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Skills

Water utilities experience

SDWA knowledge

Regulatory reporting

Project coordination

Education

State Drinking Water Operator Certification

Distribution System Operator Certification

Water Treatment Operator Certification

GIS/ArcGIS Training or Certification

Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Location and Compensation

Location: Fort Stewart, GA

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $80,000-$80,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment
• paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

About the Company

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - as well as diversity, partnership, commitment, integrity, and quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

We currently support over 1,700 employees across 13 states and Washington, D.C., and continue to expand nationwide. Working here is more than just a job; it’s a meaningful career that enables you to make a positive impact every day.

Typical Duties

• Serve as the primary onsite technical lead and subject matter expert for the Installation Drinking Water Program, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations.
• Direct and oversee execution of drinking water program activities across the installation, ensuring technical requirements, contractual obligations, and program objectives are achieved.
• Provide technical guidance, oversight, and quality assurance for drinking water support personnel, while ensuring required training and certifications are maintained.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to support program execution, compliance initiatives, inspections, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze drinking water monitoring and sampling data, identify trends, evaluate system performance, and develop recommendations to support regulatory compliance and program improvement.
• Prepare, review, and submit regulatory reports and program deliverables, including Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR), compliance inspections, water quality analyses, groundwater monitoring reports, specific conductance reports, and other required documentation.
• Monitor program performance, track compliance requirements, and proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact drinking water system operations or regulatory obligations.
• Maintain accurate program records, technical documentation, and compliance data to support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of water utilities, drinking water management, or water resource management experience is required; specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may be substituted in part for experience.
• State Drinking Water Operator Certification is highly preferred.
• Distribution System Operator Certification is preferred.
• Water Treatment Operator Certification is preferred.
• HAZWOPER Certification is preferred.
• GIS/ArcGIS Training or Certification is preferred.
• Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) is preferred.
• Water Quality or Environmental Compliance Certifications are preferred.
• Experience managing drinking water compliance programs and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local drinking water regulations is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties. Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required. Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements

A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance. Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E-Verify.