Water Lab Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

POSITION: COMPLIANCE ANALYST

DEPARTMENT: WATER PRODUCTION

PAYGRADE: 108 (E)

Pay Range: Min - $62,799.36 Mid - $80,071.68 Max - $97,339.84

DEADLINE: Thursday Aug 06, 2026

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to oversee all compliance sampling for lead, copper, TTHM’s, UCMR’s, PF-29, and any other compliance sampling necessary and to partner with other CCWA departments and staff to update records for all sampling for lead and copper.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Drops off/collects compliance tier lead and copper samples from the distribution system; drops off/collects school and daycare lead and copper samples; establishes point of contact relations with school and daycare staff to help with sampling; works with homeowners to develop proactive communication/training on how to collect a 5L sample; and ensures all collection is complete for compliance requirements.
• Creates a work schedule that allows for all lead and copper work to be completed on time with as little as possible impact on the public.
• Handles all related lead and copper sampling in the distribution system with limited help from other lab staff.
• Partners with others to update sampling plans and sample sites as they change; works with Communications Department on public communication with customers, schools, and daycares.
• Oversees the collection/analysis of compliance water quality parameters sites for the lead and copper rule; adds new sites when required by GA EPD under the new compliance rules.
• In the absence of the Lab Manager, serves as the point of contact/lead on compliance related meetings and duties; and works with management to develop budgets and work within CCWA’s ERP.
• Completes data entry on lead and copper results; assists in the communication with GA EPD when needed about lead and copper related questions or results.
• Manages collection/shipping of other chemical compliance testing requirement such as TTHMs/HAA5s, UCMR 5, PFOS, CEC, Nitrate, VOC, IOC, Chlorites, etc. as needed.
• Completes data entry on compliance chemical testing results from GA EPD, US EPA, or other third party labs; assists in the communication with agencies or outside labs with any of the chemical testing requirements when needed.
• Assists in the cost comparison of third party chemical testing cost and getting new quotes or adjustments to the sampling projects when needed.
• Adjusts the current PF-29 screening sampling as needed.
• Provides assistance with the planning preparations of future drinking water regulations such as PF-29, TTHMs/HAA5s, UCMR5, UCMR6, etc.
• Submits monthly/annual reports to GA EPD and US EPA.
• Works different shifts of hours to ensure all collection is complete for compliance requirements; adjusts to different work hours and across multiple shifts in order to meet sampling requirements.
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Chemistry, Natural Sciences, Environmental Sciences; four (4) years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all CCWA or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Must possess (or obtain with 12 months of hire) and maintain a state certification as a Water Lab Analyst or Water Operator II.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light work involving lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling.
• Tasks may involve some pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight; tasks may also involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Essential functions are regularly performed with exposure to temperature extremes.
• This position works different shifts and/or adjusts to different work hours and across multiple shifts in order to meet sampling requirements.

• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

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