Operator In Training

Duties

• Conduct routine water and wastewater tests
• Enter data and collect regulatory samples
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs

Requirements

• Adhere to safety guidelines
• Maintain facility cleanliness
• Availability for on-call emergencies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older
• Possess a valid state driver’s license
• Expectation to obtain Grade 1 Wastewater License and Grade 2 Water License within two years

Benefits And Compensation

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days
• Annual Bonus Program

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position (40 hours/week), scheduled from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, includes weekend shifts and rotating on-call schedule.

Work Location

This position is based in Harrison County, MS and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct routine water and wastewater tests
• Perform daily observations and lab tests
• Collect regulatory samples and meter readings with the highest level of integrity and accuracy
• Enter test results and readings into logbooks and data systems
• Report abnormalities to the manager
• Troubleshoot equipment issues as instructed
• Report needed repairs
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment under manager’s direction
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the facility
• Track lab supplies, chemicals and consumables
• Inform the manager when supplies need replenishing for uninterrupted operations
• Report issues, concerns, or operational changes to the assigned manager promptly
• Respond to on-call emergencies within a 60-minute timeframe when scheduled
• Aid teammates and train staff as needed
• Assist with additional duties as required

Required Qualifications And Certifications

• Ability to speak and hear: 4-8 hours/day
• Walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling: 4-8 hours/day
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and reach: 4-8 hours/day
• Climb stairs and/or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and sit: 4-8 hours/day
• Regularly lift and carry materials weighing 10–25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.: 4-8 hours/day
• Operate gasoline, diesel, or gas-powered equipment and hand tools: 4-8 hours/day

Physical Requirements

• Ability to speak and hear: 4-8 hours/day
• Walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling: 4-8 hours/day
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and reach: 4-8 hours/day
• Climb stairs and/or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and sit: 4-8 hours/day
• Regularly lift and carry materials weighing 10–25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.: 4-8 hours/day
• Operate gasoline, diesel, or gas-powered equipment and hand tools: 4-8 hours/day

Working Conditions

• Environment: Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to sun, heat and cold temperatures
• Noise level: Moderate