Water / Wastewater Operator Trainee

Job overview

The Water / Wastewater Operator Trainee role is onsite in Pembroke, GA; compensation is not specified. The position is in Bryan County’s Water and Sewer Department. The trainee learns to operate water and wastewater treatment plants and related systems, helping maintain treatment processes, equipment, and regulatory compliance. The work includes monitoring plant operations, collecting samples, performing routine lab tests, and assisting with maintenance and repairs.

What you'll do

• Assist with sampling, monitoring, and testing
• conduct plant rounds and document readings
• operate or assist with treatment and sludge-processing equipment
• adjust chemical feed rates and flow controls
• maintain plant logs and reports
• assist with plant, pump station, and equipment maintenance
• inspect sewer collection and water distribution systems
• perform or assist with water quality laboratory tests
• conduct rotating weekend plant checks
• respond to emergency assignments, including evenings and weekends.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

water / wastewater operator trainee

bryan county

pembroke ga

onsite

water treatment

wastewater treatment

plant operations

water quality testing

georgia class iii certification

weekend checks

on-call emergency work

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Must obtain Georgia Class III Water and Wastewater certification within 18 months; on-call emergency work includes evenings and weekends.

About the employer

Bryan County is hiring for this role. Industry: Legislative Bodies. Sector: 92.