Water Treatment Plant Operator

Georgia Rural Water Assn; Ellijay (GA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health and life insurance

Family plans

Retirement plan with 4% company match

Job summary

Ellijay-Gilmer County W.S.A. is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator to oversee daily plant operations on a 12-hour shift rotation (3 days on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off).

The position requires willingness to work night shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime during emergencies, with company‑paid health and life insurance, family plans, and a retirement plan with 4% company match up to 8% after three years. To apply, send resumes to [e-mail] or visit the office at 1023 Progress Road,

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia driver's license.
• Pass pre-employment screening (physical, drug screen, background check).
• Willingness to work night shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime during emergencies.

Skills

Night shift readiness

Overtime availability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Overview

The Ellijay‑Gilmer County W.S.A. is currently seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator. The position follows a 12‑hour shift rotation: 3 days on, 2 days off, then 2 days on, 3 days off.

Shift Schedule

12‑hour shift: 3 days on, 2 days off, then 2 days on, 3 days off.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rates – Class 3: $23.27, Class 2: $26.45, Class 1: $29.62
• Health & Life Insurance – Company‑paid
• Family Plans – Available
• Retirement Plan – Company‑paid 4% with match up to 8%; 100% vested after 3 years

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia driver’s license
• Pass pre‑employment screening (physical, drug screen, background check)
• Willingness to work night shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime during emergencies

How to Apply

Resumes can be sent to [e-mail] or picked up in person at:

Ellijay‑Gilmer County W.S.A.
1023 Progress Road
Ellijay, GA 30540