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Water Distribution Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Design Engineer I- Water Resources

Atlanta, GA · On-site

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This role involves preparing detailed technical drawings, for water distribution systems. Working under the direction of licensed engineers and project managers, the Design Engineer contributes to ...

Locates and repairs leaks in the water distribution and wastewater collection system. * Installs new water and sewer mains and services. * Operates remote control and manual camera units to identify ...

Locates and repairs leaks in the water distribution and wastewater collection system. * Installs new water and sewer mains and services. * Operates remote control and manual camera units to identify ...

Water distribution including pumping and storage * Sewer collection including pumping. * Water and wastewater treatment plants * Improvements and retrofitting of existing treatment facilities The ...

Water distribution including pumping and storage * Sewer collection including pumping. * Water and wastewater treatment plants * Improvements and retrofitting of existing treatment facilities The ...

Senior Engineer - Water Resources

Atlanta, GA · On-site

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Water distribution systems * Sanitary sewer collection systems * Pump stations and related infrastructure (as applicable) * Utility relocations and coordination * Site grading, drainage, and ...

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How much do water distribution jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for water distribution in Georgia is $20.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.34 and $23.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a water distribution operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Water Distribution Operator, you need a solid understanding of water systems, hydraulics, maintenance procedures, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by state certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, water quality testing equipment, and GIS mapping software is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set standout operators apart. These skills ensure the safe and efficient delivery of clean water to communities, uphold regulatory standards, and minimize service disruptions.

How does water distribution work?

Water distribution involves the process of delivering treated water from treatment plants through a network of pipes, pumps, and storage tanks to homes and businesses. Water distribution workers install, maintain, and repair these systems, ensuring safe and reliable water supply while adhering to safety standards and using tools like leak detectors and valves.

What is the difference between Water Distribution vs Water Treatment Plant Operator?

AspectWater DistributionWater Treatment Plant Operator
CertificationsWater Distribution Operator LicenseWater Treatment Operator License
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, pipelines, reservoirsPlant facilities, chemical handling
Industry UsageMunicipal water systems, pipelinesWater purification, treatment processes
Job FocusMaintaining and repairing water pipelines and infrastructureOperating and monitoring water treatment equipment

Water Distribution professionals focus on maintaining and repairing water pipelines and infrastructure, ensuring safe water delivery. Water Treatment Plant Operators manage water purification processes at treatment facilities. While both roles require similar certifications and work within the water industry, their primary responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What is a water distribution worker?

Water distribution workers are professionals responsible for operating and maintaining the systems that deliver clean, safe water to homes and businesses. Their duties include monitoring water quality, repairing pipes and valves, ensuring proper water pressure, and responding to leaks or service disruptions. They play a crucial role in public health and infrastructure by making sure that water distribution systems comply with safety regulations and function efficiently. This job often requires technical knowledge, attention to detail, and sometimes certification or licensing.

What are some common challenges faced by water distribution professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Water distribution professionals often encounter challenges such as aging infrastructure, leak detection, maintaining water quality standards, and responding to emergency repairs. Addressing these issues requires strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with modern monitoring technologies, and close coordination with maintenance and engineering teams. Proactive maintenance, ongoing training, and clear communication with both colleagues and the public can help mitigate these challenges and ensure reliable water service.

What cities in Georgia are hiring for Water Distribution jobs?

Cities in Georgia with the most Water Distribution job openings:

Infographic showing various Water Distribution job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,985 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Senior Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer-Atlanta

WSP

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

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This Opportunity

Provides technical assistance and guidance for water/wastewater production, treatment and conveyance infrastructure projects.  Tasks may include assisting with the analysis, development, and design of water transmission and distribution systems, pumping stations, conveyance systems, water treatment systems, water/wastewater distribution planning, master planning, treatment plant rehabilitation and expansions. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards.

Your Impact

  • Designing water transmissions systems and distribution systems, pumping stations conveyance systems, water treatment systems, water/wastewater master planning,
  • Managing project design tasks, permitting, construction coordination, and providing general guidance to junior engineering staff.
  • Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams serving as the task lead on various water/wastewater facilities projects.
  • Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work, assist with calculations, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
  • Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate design deliverables, analysis, and reporting.
  • Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
  • Assist with performing concept level design of treatment works, analysis of sanitary sewer models, water distribution models, and computations for master planning, stream restoration, and water quality studies.
  • Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings.
  • Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water/Wastewater or closely related discipline.
  • 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in water/wastewater engineering.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Texas.
  • Expertise in water/wastewater engineering principles, practices, process, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues.
  • Knowledge of Texas Commission of Environmental Quality regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Basic experience with preparing permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of environmental issues and conditions associated with water/wastewater projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience either orally or written.
  • Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Demonstrated ability mentoring junior staff in engineering principles and growing them into competent engineers.
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
  • Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
  • Familiarity with hydraulic modeling (such as WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, etc.), process modeling (GPS-X, etc), and with ESRI ArcGIS software.
  • Experience with coordinating technical matters with public and private groups
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Engineering or Master's Degree in Business Administration
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large projects on time and under budget.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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