Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00162

Department: Water Department

Job classification: Water Plant Operator Apprentice

Posting type: Open

Categories: Water Agency

Summary

Assists the certified Water Plant Operators with all phases of water treatment work, as directed by supervisor, to learn the practices, procedures, techniques, and regulations of water treatment.

Examples of duties

(This job description is only intended to reflect the general nature and duties of the position and may not include all essential functions.)

• Monitors treatment plant operations to assure proper purification of water.
• Detects and reports indications of system malfunctions. Monitors and makes prescribed laboratory analysis of raw and finished water.
• Observes Plant Operators as they make routine adjustments of chemical feeders and other equipment to obtain the desired product in the most economical way.
• Keeps records of laboratory analysis, chemicals used, gallons treated, etc.
• Makes reports and calculations as prescribed by the Chief Operator.
• Makes routine inspection of plant, reporting any malfunctions to the Plant Operator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a standard high school

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Knowledge of a laboratory and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to operate chemical feed pumps, electrical controls, motor starters and water test instruments.
• Ability to use a computer and operate a vehicle.

Supplemental information

Physical Requirements

• Cannot be color blind.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and able to climb steps and ladders.
• Must also be willing to work in inclement weather as required and work rotating shifts that may vary in duration.

Certifications or Licenses Required

• Must obtain the Alabama Department of Environmental Management Grade III water certification within one year.

Work Schedule

• Rotating Shifts - 42 hrs. per week

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full.

Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.