Human Resources – Careers | Newton County Water Authority, Newton Co. GA

Human Resources / Careers

Human Resources Director: Tracey Clark

Our mission is to maximize the potential of NCWSA’s greatest assets – its employees. We are committed to
recruit, develop, reward, retain, and protect the physical and human assets of NCWSA. Our vision as human
resource and safety / risk management professionals is to embrace change and the opportunity it brings. We will
accomplish this by providing services, which promote a work environment that is characterized by fair
treatment of staff, open communication, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect.

Hours: MON – FRI 8:00am- 5:00pm

Phone: 770-385-3904

Fax: 770-786-4536

HOW TO APPLY
Please send resume to the attention of Tracey Clark, NCWSA, 11325 Brown Bridge Road, Covington, GA 30016, fax to 770-786-4536 or email to tc@ncwsa.us. After selections are made, initial interview may be by telephone conference due to COVID-19. Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority, Covington, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities

Resumes are accepted any time. Job applications are accepted for open positions only.

Current Job Openings:

CREWMAN II

GENERAL PURPOSE
This is semi-skilled manual work in which some independent judgment is exercised in carrying out duties. Work involves more than usual physical strength and endurance and is usually performed under close supervision. Verbal work orders are issued and work is inspected frequently. One or more crewmen may assist employees in this class.Education and Experience:
Graduation from a high school or GED. Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license or any license deemed for a specific job. Within one-year working test period must pass State of Georgia Water Distribution Certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

ASSISTANT ENGINEER

The position is full time, salaried, and falls under the Exempt status as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Assistant Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer (who also serves as the Engineering Department Manager) and utilizes professional experience in performing planning, engineering, management, water and wastewater systems design, construction administration, and operations, to assist the Chief Engineer in ongoing engineering, planning, and management tasks.

Education, Experience and Credentials

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited 4-year engineering program is required.

Experience: A minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in public or private water and wastewater agency-oriented engineering, or the management of other similar technical programs, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position is required.

Licensure: Candidate must have passed Fundamentals in Engineering (EIT) exam. A Professional Engineer’s license from the State of Georgia or the ability to obtain through reciprocity within two-years, or less, is desired. Candidate must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s license.

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I

The position is full time, hourly, and falls under the Non-exempt status as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Role is technical in nature and works under the oversight of the engineering staff on water and wastewater system development, development review, mapping, and other water and wastewater related activities.

Education and Experience

Completion from a two-year technical school with certificate in Drafting, Geographic Information Systems, or related technical fields is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Experience in land planning, development, surveying, drafting, water and sewer construction, or inspections will be favorably considered.

Must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license.

WATER AND SEWER INSPECTOR

The position is full time, hourly, and falls under the Non-exempt status as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

GENERAL PURPOSE

This is responsible inspection work reviewing improvements to the construction of water and sewer lines for compliance with the Authority construction specifications and codes. Work involves considerable contact with government employees, contractors, developers and the general public. Work is performed independently under general supervision and is reviewed daily.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a standard high school course or its equivalent, supplemented by training in distribution and collection system maintenance and utility construction. Some experience in water and sewer construction and maintenance. Some training in engineering and surveying is desired. Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST I

GENERAL PURPOSE:
This position is skilled licensed work in equipment operation and maintenance in wastewater treatment/pretreatment facilities and wastewater collection systems. Work involves the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with discharge permits. Work also involves the inspection and routine preventive maintenance of plant and collection system equipment. Work is performed according to specifications received on a particular job and received based upon results obtained. Employees in this class may be assisted by Wastewater Maintenance Specialist and Wastewater Operators

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from a high school or GED. Considerable experience in wastewater treatment/pretreatment equipment operations. Possession of a valid Georgia Class III Wastewater Operator license within one year. Possession of valid Georgia Collection Systems Operator license within two years. Possession of Maintenance Technologist – Level IV Certification within three years. Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

WASTEWATER CLASS III OPERATOR

GENERAL PURPOSE
This position is skilled licensed work in equipment operation and maintenance in the NCWSA’s Water Reclamation Facilities (WRF). Work involves the operation of water reclamation facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with discharge permits. Work also involves the inspection and routine preventive maintenance of facility equipment. Work is performed according to specifications received on a particular job and reviewed based on results obtained.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a standard high school course or its equivalent. Possession of a Class III Wastewater Operator license from the State of Georgia. Maintain required continuing education points through wastewater courses. Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.