Drinking Water Program Technician

Skookum•Fort Stewart, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a hardworking Drinking Water Program Technician to serve as the primary onsite technical lead and subject matter expert for the Installation Drinking Water Program at Fort Stewart, Georgia. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations and oversees program activities, personnel support, data analysis, reporting, and documentation. The role coordinates with Government stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to support program execution and compliance.

Requirements

5–8 years of water utilities, drinking water management, or water resource management experience; specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may substitute in part for experience.
A valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
A REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, is required for access to the federal military installation.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and perform repetitive motion for several hours at a time as required by position duties; may also need to climb in and out of a vehicle and use stairs.
Ability to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

State Drinking Water Operator Certification is highly preferred.
Distribution System Operator Certification.
Water Treatment Operator Certification.
HAZWOPER Certification.
GIS/ArcGIS training or certification.
Certified Environmental Professional (CEP).
Water Quality or Environmental Compliance Certifications.
Experience managing drinking water compliance programs and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local drinking water regulations.
Strong knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary onsite technical lead and subject matter expert for the Installation Drinking Water Program, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations.
Direct and oversee drinking water program activities across the installation to meet technical requirements, contractual obligations, and program objectives.
Provide technical guidance, oversight, and quality assurance for drinking water support personnel, and ensure required training and certifications are maintained.
Coordinate with Government stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on program execution, compliance initiatives, inspections, and reporting requirements.
Analyze drinking water monitoring and sampling data, identify trends, evaluate system performance, and develop recommendations for regulatory compliance and program improvement.
Prepare, review, and submit regulatory reports and program deliverables, including Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR), compliance inspections, water quality analyses, groundwater monitoring reports, and specific conductance reports.
Monitor program performance, track compliance requirements, and proactively identify and resolve issues that may affect drinking water system operations or regulatory obligations.
Maintain accurate program records, technical documentation, and compliance data for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90 days of employment.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
11 paid federal holidays.
12 paid vacation days accrued at the start of employment.
Paid sick leave.
Potential shared earning bonus.
Tuition assistance after one year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents.
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
Verizon wireless discount.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees.