Wastewater Technician

Water Utility Management; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Utility Management in Savannah, GA seeks a dedicated Wastewater Technician to join our team. You will operate and monitor treatment facilities, lift stations, and collection systems, ensuring steady operation and regulatory compliance.

Your duties include collecting samples, logging data, performing routine testing, and assisting with maintenance. You will respond to alarms during on-call rotations and follow SOPs and safety protocols daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Georgia Class III wastewater certification preferred or obtainable with company support.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater facilities, lift stations, and collection systems including pumps and equipment.
• Collect samples and perform routine process control testing for permit compliance.
• Complete accurate daily logs, operation reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain facilities and grounds to company standards.
• Respond to on-call rotations and after-hours alarms or issues.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Class III Wastewater Treatment Certification

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Windows Explorer

Word

Excel

Job description

Water Utility Management is looking for a technician to join our team in our Wastewater Dept. The rate of pay starts at $24+/hr, depending on experience!

Position Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and collection systems, including pumps, aerators, chemical feed systems, and jet pumps.
• Collect samples and perform routine process control testing to support permit and regulatory compliance.
• Complete accurate daily logs, operational reports, and required regulatory documentation.
• Perform and assist with preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and pumping equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain facilities and grounds to Company standards.
• Assist with installation, inspection, and location/marking of sewer lines and services; respond to utility locate requests.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours alarms, equipment failures, and collection system issues.
• Follow all safety procedures (including PPE, OSHA, confined space, and lockout/tagout) and maintain a safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with the Wastewater Manager, report issues, and recommend repairs or process improvements.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and provide feedback for updates; perform other related duties as assigned.

Materials, Equipment and Tools

• Must be able to use all appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when performing tasks.
• Ability to use pump related equipment, electrical equipment, pneumatic equipment, chain saw, shovels, rakes, face shields, gloves and other equipment as needed.
• Familiar with diagnostic instruments and ability to test, calibrate and repair complex devices and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Georgia Class III Wastewater Treatment Certification or higher preferred.
• WUM will help employees obtain certifications.
• A valid drivers license
• High School Diploma or GED
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Windows Explorer, Word, and Excel a plus.
• Previous outdoor experience such as a construction worker, plumber, etc would be helpful in this role
• Ability to perform duties in a responsible manner with minimal supervision