Water Operator

ESG Operations is hiring a Water Operator to join our team in Forsyth County, GA. We are looking for candidates with an active water treatment operator license or ability to get one within 12 months. Candidates with relevant biology, chemistry or environmental science degrees or relevant experience are encouaged to apply.

JOB FUNCTION/ PURPOSE

As a water operator, you would be responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment at a large municipal water treatment facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of equipment and machinery, including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.

• Conducts routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater facilities.

• Performs and documents treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment to assure proper operations and documents. Documents plant performance, including daily flow and chemical usage.

• Responds to call outs and after-hours emergencies to repair treatment equipment, pumps, motors, sensing devices, instrumentation and electrical support.

• Provides customer service functions when necessary.

• Ensures facilities are secure. Cleans and maintains treatment plant grounds when necessary.

• May communicate with client and customers related to routine technical aspects of operations.

• May coordinate maintenance activities at the treatment facility.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Willing to work all shifts, including: weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED and water treatment experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License (CDL preferred). Water/Wastewater Operator's License preferred but not required.

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations. Working knowledge of electrical components.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally.

Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail.

Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality. Shares suggestions to improve quality & productivity.

Managing for Results: Works independently with minimal supervision.

Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks. Demonstrates flexibility in workflow & scheduling.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude.

Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for development.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.