What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Distribution System Operator position at Town of Wartrace?
The Town of Wartrace, Tennessee, is seeking Certified Water Distribution Operators who are skilled in but not limited to; proper operation, maintenance, reporting, collection, treatment, distribution and/or disposal of water and wastewater. Maintenance of city fleet, equipment, streets, storm water drains, city owned buildings, parks etc. Preferred experience with heavy equipment and Water Distribution Certification Grade I or II. Will report to the Water Utility Manager.
Ideal Candidate:
- High School diploma or GED
- Valid Tennessee Driver’s License
- Valid Tennessee CDL License or ability to obtain within 6 months (Preferred)
- State of Tennessee Grade I or II Water Distribution, Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment (Preferred) and Grade 1 Wastewater Collection (Preferred).
- One or more years of experience is a plus.
- Experience with Telemetry and SCADA Systems
- Professional behavior, Time management, Communication Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Experience with operation of heavy equipment: Backhoe, Skid Loader, etc.
- Knowledge of safe work environment principles and PPE.
- Finalist must pass a federal, state, and local background check prior to employment.
- Finalist must pass drug and alcohol Screening prior to employment to be in compliance with laws and regulations regarding a Drug Free Workplace.
- Additional job responsibilities if asked to complete
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift (Monday-Friday)
- Participate in On-call rotation
- Holidays per On-call rotation
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wartrace, TN 37183: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- TDEC Water Distribution Certification Grade I or II
- TN CDL (Optional)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25