Purpose of the Job

Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us. Driven, knowledgeable, and passionate about this essential resource, the Alabama Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.

As part of our ongoing commitment to operational excellence, we are seeking a dependable Water Operator in Training or Water Operator Grades I to IV to join our team and play a crucial role in our Field Operations department.

Job Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS for Operator in Training:

• Assist Operators with performance of all required job duties
• Take and record instrument readings
• Collect samples and perform routine laborartory analysis
• Maintain Utility tract through general clean up and wash-down facilities
• Perform routine tasks with hand tools (shovels, rakes, etc.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS for Water Operator I - VI:

• Operates and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facilities as required by city, state, and federal guidelines;
• Assists with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed.
• Inspect and maintain pumps, motors, valves, and other plant equipment in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise.
• Performs routine tests on water treatment facilities including tests related to the treatment process, chemicals, pumps, motors, and routine water quality sampling.
• Documents plant performance including daily flow, well meter readings, and chemical dosage and usage.

Job Responsibilities

Preventative and predictive maintenance
Operate mechanical equpiment
Perform routine checks

Competencies

Delivering High Quality Work
Supporting Coworkers
Communicating Effectively
Working Safely

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED in General

Certifications

Driver's License

Physical Requirements

Field-Based Role

Work Experience

Operator in Training: Entry Level

Water Operator 1-4 requirement: Must hold a current Water Grade IV license with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.

3 Years of directly related experience in water and/or wastewater system operations, maintenance, customer service and experience operating back-hoe and/or track-hoe equipment.