Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
Job
City of Lavonia
Lavonia, GA (In Person)
$36,556 Salary, Full-Time
Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
47
out of 100
Average of individual scores
Skill Insights
Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.
Job Description
Job Overview Perform skilled and technical work in the operation of the City's water treatment plant and facilities on an assigned shift. Valid Class I, II, or III Georgia Water Operator License or the ability to obtain a Class III License within 1 year. Responsibilities Operate pumps, control panels, chemical feeders, Sodium Hypochlorite system, filters, gas and electric motors, and other plant equipment. Check plant for problems and make repairs or notify the water plant supervisor. Determine filter settings and wash times. Maintain chemical settings or adjust as needed to ensure potable and aesthetically pleasing water supply. Perform regulatory and processes control tests; raw, settled, filtered, and finished water regularly tested and enter results into the daily work sheet and computer spreadsheets. Monitor sedimentation basins for sludge accumulation and washing basins as needed. Keep records of water consumption, water pumped, water treated, chemicals used, and hours of operation. Review data to verify normal operations and identify causes that influence amount of water of chemical used. Startup and shutdown plant to maintain a sufficient supply of water for the consumers. Perform general custodial duties and yard work to maintain a safe and clean working environment. Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and walk up and down stairs regularly. Walking through the plant on a regular basis. Perform other duties as required. Skills Strong understanding of water treatment processes. Mechanical knowledge related to equipment repair, plumbing systems, and heavy machinery operation. Ability to collect accurate data, perform analysis skills, and interpret technical information effectively. Experience with heavy lifting tasks and the operation of construction or maintenance equipment safely. Basic math skills for chemical calculations and process adjustments. Excellent problem-solving abilities combined with attention to detail for troubleshooting complex system issues.