Water Treatment Facility - Operator III (Trainee)

Workweek: Full-time, Hourly Position.

Rotating Night Shifts - 7 days on 7 days off

General Description:

The position is responsible for assisting in the operation of the City of Rome Water Treatment Facility to ensure that residents and industrial and commercial customers have safe and clean water in accordance with federal, state, and municipal policies and standards. Controls treatment facility machines and equipment to purify and clarify water for human consumption, industrial and commercial use. Operates and controls pumps and valves to regulate the flow of raw water being pumped into the treatment facility. Conducts a variety of laboratory testing during all stages of the water treatment process to verify correct composition of the water. Maintains proper levels in all chemical tanks and feeders. Monitors SCADA and adjusts controls to regulate flow rates, loss of head pressure, water elevation and distribution of water. Cleans filter beds using the correct backwashing methods. Handles calls from the public concerning water system problems. Records data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, water pressure, etc. Cleans facilities, equipment, and maintains grounds.

Minimum Qualifications: No Experience Needed

• Must possess a HS diploma or GED equivalent with the ability to read, write and perform math calculations at a high school or equivalent level.
• Must possess and maintain or have the ability to obtain a Georgia Water Operator Class III certification within one year of employment. On the job training is provided to assist in obtaining the Georgia Water Operator Class III certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must obtain National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment.

Benefits Offered:

• Group Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident/Critical Illness
• Short and Long-term disability
• Term life insurance

Education Reimbursement Available