Plant Operator - Industrial & Domestic Water Plant

Plant Operator - Industrial & Domestic Water Plant

Salary

$47,398.00 Annually

Location

6183 Highway 21, Port Wentworth, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2603309

Department

Water Supply & Treatment

Division

I & D Water

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose

We are looking for motivated and career-driven Water/Water Treatment Plant Operators!

As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a water/water treatment facility.

Essential Job Functions

• Observe plant metering equipment on a scheduled basis, noting the readings of flows at specified intervals; make adjustments to flows of water and chemicals as necessary to maintain plant operation within operational standards.
• Keeps a log of plant operational characteristics, changes and repairs made, and other incidents of relevance to plant production. Reports defects of plant operations to the Superintendent.
• Collects samples of water or wastewater at stages of treatment for lab analysis; performs pH, dissolved oxygen, and suspended solids tests.
• Monitors and adjusts plant operations based on microscopic analysis and laboratory results.
• Makes adjustments and changes to hydraulic and chemical processes.
• Calibrates instruments and equipment, including a pH meter and dissolved oxygen meter; maintains assigned tools and equipment.
• Operates after-hours 311 city-wide dispatch program for civil issues.
• Performs grounds maintenance duties, including mowing, weeding, and applying insecticides.
• Washes prescribed areas of the plant on a designated schedule; paints areas and equipment as required.
• Performs routine/daily maintenance activities on treatment plant and generator equipment.
• Supports and assists in major maintenance activities on treatment plant and operation equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

No License - High School Diploma or GED equivalent; with six months of work experience in water/wastewater treatment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Must be able to obtain a Water/Wastewater Operator Class 3 certification within 8 months from the date of hire.

Class III -High School Diploma or GED equivalent; with one (1) year of work experience in water/wastewater treatment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Class II - High School Diploma or GED equivalent; with two (2) years of work experience in the treatment of surface, groundwater, or the operations of water/wastewater treatment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Class I - High School Diploma or GED equivalent; with three (3) years of work experience in the treatment of surface water or groundwater under the influence; operation of a groundwater well system; or physical/mechanical activated sludge treatment process of municipal wastewater; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some supervisory experience is preferred.

Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment process control techniques.
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of laboratory analysis techniques and processes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations pertaining to chemicals.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data.
• Skill in using a computer.
• Skill in operating standard wastewater treatment instruments and equipment, including a belt filter press, pump, generator, and water pressure machine.
• Skill in using laboratory instruments such as a settleometer, drying oven, pH meter, dissolved oxygen meter, and Imhoff cones.
• Skill in operating heavy and light equipment, including a dump truck, overhead crane, tractor, loader, forklift, bobcat, and mower.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you hold a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid Georgia Water/Wastewater Operator Class 1, 2, or 3 license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov