Operator I, II, III, or IV

Nexus Water Group • Choudrant, LA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces. The Alabama Water Utilities team, a subsidiary of Nexus Water Group, is seeking a dependable Operator Grade I, II, III, or IV to join their Field Operations department. This role is crucial in supplying the essential element for life and ensuring operational excellence.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED in General
• Driver's License
• GA- Grade I Water/Wastewater Operator
• GA - Grade II Water/Wastewater Operator
• GA - Grade III Water/Wastewater Operator
• GA - Grade IV Water/Wastewater Operator
• A minimum of 2 years of directly related experience in water and/or wastewater system operations

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the water/wastewater treatment facilities as required by city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Performs daily analyses of effluent samples; makes necessary adjustments to keep facility within permit limits; Makes operational adjustments as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.
• Adjusts chemical treatment to ensure water quality standards are met.
• 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.
• Respond to and investigate customer service calls. Complete customer service work orders, updates, and maintains activity with required documentation, and closes work orders in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs routine tests on water treatment facilities, including tests related to treatment process, chemicals, pumps, motors, and routine water quality sampling.
• Collect and analyze appropriate readings of gauges and meters.
• Conducts routine testing, monitoring, and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes, and basic laboratory analyses.
• Performs and documents the treatment process and maintenance of treatment facility equipment.
• Documents plant performance, including daily flow, well meter readings, and chemical dosage and usage.
• Other duties assigned.

Benefits

• 401k Company Match
• Vacation Accrual: Starting at 3 weeks per year
• Holidays: 10 company-paid holidays per year
• Floating Time: 16 hours of paid floating time per year
• Sick Time
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Training, Professional Certifications, and Education Allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED