Job Details

Water Distribution Operator Trainee

Powdersville Water is searching for a qualified candidate to fill an open "Trainee Water Distribution Operator" position. The primary responsibility of the Trainee Operator will be training and assisting with the operation and maintenance of the water distribution system. The position will be trained in Water Distribution and be given the opportunity to obtain levels D, C, B, and A - Water Distribution Operator licenses, as well as, various other licensing associated with the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system (i.e. Cross-Connection Control, Class A CDL, etc..)

Key responsibilities

• Construction work - position will be working near heavy equipment, hand tools, and various water quality monitoring equipment associated with a water distribution system.
• Communication - must have oral and written communication skills
• Honest- Integrity is of utmost importance within PW, a public utility
• Work environment - this position will be outside daily and will be exposed to various weather conditions
• Safe Driving Record - will be responsible for operating a company vehicle (daily). Ability to obtain a CDL within 24 months required.
• Team Oriented - position will primarily be operating within a construction crew of 3 individuals. Must have a priority for safety and the well-being of others

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
• Valid SC Driver's license required (Class - A CDL preferred, or ability to acquire within 24 months)
• Good reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Willingness to work an on-call rotating schedule
• Underground construction experience, a plus
• Heavy equipment operating experience, a plus
• Ability to receive Water Distribution D Certification within 24 months of hire date

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid annual and sick leave
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Participation in the South Carolina Retirement System
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Annual service-pay bonus

This will be a temp to perm position, working a minimum of 40 hours per week with the possibility of unscheduled and scheduled overtime. PW offers market-competitive compensation, including excellent benefits, upon conversion to a permanent position.

Please visit https://powdersvillewater.org/career-opportunities/ to apply.

"Powdersville Water is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time."