PW Water Operator 1
About The Position
The City of Brandon is seeking a motivated, safety-conscious, and dependable Water Operator I (Class D Licensed) to join its Public Works Water Division. Under the general supervision of the Water Supervisor and the direct supervision of the Senior Water Operator, this position performs the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair, and construction of the City’s public water system. Responsibilities include maintaining wells, water distribution mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants, booster stations, elevated storage tanks, and related infrastructure to ensure the delivery of safe, reliable drinking water in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Mississippi Class D Waterworks Operator License issued by the Mississippi State Department of Health.
- Valid Mississippi Driver’s License.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Ability to read maps, utility plans, and equipment manuals.
- Ability to operate computers, tablets, Microsoft Office applications, GIS software, SCADA systems, and electronic work order systems.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of experience in water utility operations or a related utility field is preferred.
- Experience operating and maintaining municipal water distribution systems.
- Experience with SCADA systems.
- Experience using GIS and utility locating equipment.
- Training in confined space entry, trench safety, OSHA safety, or related utility operations.
- Experience operating excavators, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, and similar heavy equipment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair municipal groundwater wells, booster stations, elevated water storage tanks, pressure regulating equipment, and water distribution infrastructure.
- Monitor the City’s water system through routine inspections and SCADA, responding promptly to alarms and abnormal operating conditions.
- Collect bacteriological, chlorine residual, and other required water quality samples in accordance with Mississippi State Department of Health regulations.
- Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, hydrants, meters, generators, and other water system equipment.
- Install, repair, replace, and maintain water mains, water services, valves, fire hydrants, meter boxes, and water meters.
- Investigate and repair water leaks, service interruptions, and water main breaks.
- Exercise valves and flush fire hydrants in accordance with departmental maintenance programs.
- Assist with water line construction, utility relocations, and capital improvement projects.
- Operate excavators, backhoes, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, trenchers, and other equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Locate underground utilities using utility locating equipment, GIS mapping, and utility records.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, work orders, water quality testing, and regulatory documentation.
- Respond to after-hours emergencies, including water outages, line breaks, equipment failures, and other utility emergencies.
- Follow all applicable OSHA safety regulations and departmental safety policies, including trench safety, confined space entry, lockout/tagout procedures, traffic control, and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
- Provide courteous and professional customer service when interacting with residents, contractors, developers, and fellow employees.
- Participate in the department’s rotating on-call schedule.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
