Water Plant Operator

Floyd County Board of Commissioners•Rome, GA

About The Position

Floyd County is seeking a Water Plant Operator to perform skilled and technical work operating, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing water treatment plant systems and equipment. The role supports the safe, efficient, and regulation-compliant production and distribution of potable water in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. The operator monitors treatment processes and equipment, conducts laboratory and field water testing, maintains operational and regulatory records, and performs inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs. The position also involves communicating with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public; using vehicles, tools, laboratory instruments, machinery, and computer systems; and keeping current with industry standards, safety practices, and regulatory changes through training and professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience in water treatment plant operations and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
Must obtain and maintain a Georgia State Water Treatment Operator License within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor water treatment plant systems and processes to ensure continuous production of safe drinking water and compliance with applicable regulations.
Monitor chemical feed systems, flow rates, pumps, gauges, meters, and related equipment; adjust controls and chemical levels as needed.
Conduct laboratory and field testing of raw and finished water, including chemical, bacteriological, and quality-control testing; record and maintain testing data and operational logs.
Inspect, maintain, and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on treatment plant equipment, machinery, pumps, feeders, meters, and related systems.
Maintain operational records, reports, inventory, maintenance documentation, and regulatory compliance data according to department procedures and reporting requirements.
Communicate with supervisors, staff, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public about plant operations, maintenance activities, safety concerns, and service issues.
Operate vehicles, tools, laboratory instruments, machinery, and computer systems needed for plant operations and maintenance.
Maintain knowledge of industry standards, safety practices, and regulatory changes through ongoing training, certifications, and professional development.