WATER PLANT OPERATOR

Floyd County Board of Commissioners; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Major Medical

Dental

Long Term Disability

Employer-Paid Pension

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation - Annually

Paid Sick

Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay

Wellness Clinic

Job summary

Floyd County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Water Plant Operator to manage and monitor the county's water treatment plant operations. The role focuses on producing safe drinking water, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The position requires a minimum of three years in water treatment operations, a valid driver’s license, and enrollment in a Georgia State Water Treatment Operator License program within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years minimum experience in water treatment plant operations and maintenance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain a Georgia State Water Treatment Operator License within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates and monitors water treatment plant systems to ensure continuous safe drinking water production and regulatory compliance.
• Monitors chemical feed systems, flow rates, pumps, gauges, meters and related equipment; adjusts controls as needed.
• Performs laboratory and field testing of raw and finished water and records results and logs.
• Maintains equipment through preventive maintenance and minor repairs as required.
• Keeps operational records, reports, and regulatory data in accordance with procedures.

Skills

Water plant operations

Maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Floyd County islooking for Water Plant Operator!

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled and technical work in the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and repair of water treatment plant systems and equipment to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant production and distribution of potable water in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following functions are typically associated with this position. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of this role. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates and monitors water treatment plant systems and processes to ensure continuous production of safe drinking water and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitors chemical feed systems, flow rates, pumps, gauges, meters, and related equipment; adjusts controls and chemical levels to maintain proper treatment operations.
• Performs laboratory and field testing of raw and finished water, including chemical, bacteriological, and quality control testing; records and maintains testing data and operational logs.
• Inspects, maintains, and performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on treatment plant equipment, machinery, pumps, feeders, meters, and related systems.
• Maintains operational records, reports, inventory, maintenance documentation, and regulatory compliance data in accordance with department procedures and reporting requirements.
• Communicates with supervisors, staff, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public regarding plant operations, maintenance activities, safety concerns, and service issues.
• Operates vehicles, tools, laboratory instruments, machinery, and computer systems necessary for water treatment plant operations and maintenance activities.
• Maintains knowledge of industry standards, safety practices, and regulatory changes through ongoing training, certifications, and professional development activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent, and three (3) years of experience in water treatment plant operations and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must possess and maintain a Georgia State Water Treatment Operator License within one (1) year of hire.

BENEFITS:

• Health/Major Medical
• Dental
• Long Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Pension
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation - Annually
• Paid Sick
• Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay
• Wellness Clinic