Water Operator Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Department: Environmental/Public Works 

Pay Grade: 506

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Code: E826

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this classification is to perform semi-skilled to skilled tasks for the Water Distribution maintenance crews including, but not limited to: maintenance, detailed inspection, new installation, repair and replacement within the City owned water distribution system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Locates water lines, valves, meters, service lines and appurtenances.

· Conducts tests to ensure that equipment is operating properly.

· Prepares detailed reports and weekly notes and responds to conditions found in field.

· Installs, replaces and repairs fire hydrants, water meters, water taps, and waterlines; bores holes to lay waterlines; repairs water mains.

· Maintains valves and valve boxes;

· Tests and calibrates meters for accuracy.

· Maintains a comprehensive set of records/data related to all maintenance activities in the Water Utility, utilizing various spreadsheets and computer programs to provide this information in a logical manner. Prioritizes the Operations and Maintenance of the water distribution system in conjunction with the Water Utility Manager, Water Distribution Supervisor, and other water distribution utility staff.

· Follows safety procedures, reports unsafe activities and conditions, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

· Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, codes, regulations; conducts research and maintains an awareness of new issues, methods, equipment, trends and advances in the profession; reads updates and other professional

literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in continuing education activities; attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

· Communicates with supervisor, contractors, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; responds to requests for service or assistance.

· Prepares or completes various forms, reports, time cards, supply lists, or other documents.

· Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, equipment operating manuals, procedures, handbooks, reference materials, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

· Operates general office equipment,

· May operate heavy equipment: backhoe/ track hoe, skid steer, jack hammer, vacuum excavator, and dump truck as necessary to complete essential functions.

· May be required to serve on-call.

· Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Requires a High school diploma or GED; two (2) years of experience in water distribution or construction field with previous experience in operating equipment is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses or Certifications:

· Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Georgia Water Distribution License.

· Must possess, or be able to obtain within one year, a Level 1A Certified in Soil and Erosion control, trenching and shoring certification, confined space entry supervisor training, GDOT flagger certification.

· Possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR). Class A CDL is preferred.

Special Requirements:

· None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to learn, comprehend, and apply all city or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

· Ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.

· Ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well-established policies, procedures and standards.

· Ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.

· Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.

· Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. May include counting, recording of counts, and basic measuring.

· Ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

· Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.