Entry-Level Water Treatment Operator - Training & Growth

Hattiesburgms; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hattiesburgms in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking an entry level Operating Engineer for the Water & Sewer division. You will learn to operate and maintain two water treatment plants, perform routine testing, and document results.

Responsibilities include answering the public by phone, dispatching on-call personnel, keeping an official log, and assisting with grounds maintenance of tanks, wells, and remote sites. A training period is provided with certification within five years.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Willing to obtain Waterworks Operator Certification within five years.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain two main water treatment plants; perform routine testing and document results.
• Answer telephone and interact with the public; dispatch on-call personnel; maintain an official log.
• Grounds maintenance of water plants including elevated tanks, wells and other remote sites; maintain equipment.

Skills

Public interaction

Documentation

Decision making

Plant operation basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hattiesburgms in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking an entry level Operating Engineer for the Water & Sewer division. You will learn to operate and maintain two water treatment plants, perform routine testing, and document results.

Responsibilities include answering the public by phone, dispatching on-call personnel, keeping an official log, and assisting with grounds maintenance of tanks, wells, and remote sites. A training period is provided with certification within five years.