Water Treatment Plant Operator

Brunswick County Public Utility is currently accepting applications for a Water Treatment Operator to join our 211 Water Treatment Plant (WTP) located in Southport, North Carolina at 4305 Southport-Supply Road SE. Brunswick County's 211 WTP is a 6 million gallon per day (MGD) drinking water facility that pulls water from the Castle Hayne Aquifer. The facility utilizes lime softening, up-flow clarifiers, sand filtration and chlorination for disinfection. The Water Treatment Operator is responsible for performing highly technical and specialized work related to the 211 Water Treatment Plant and associated distribution system, with the goal of providing overall high-quality drinking water to Brunswick County. Work involves the operation of water treatment plant processes and related equipment, including: • Collecting and testing water samples. • Controlling mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and chemical feed systems associated with the water treatment process. • Making flow rate changes and chemical dosing changes. • Assisting in the preparation of a variety of reports and maintaining records related to the water treatment process. • Answering inquiries and addressing concerns from the public. • Performing janitorial and other duties as assigned, including working at other water treatment facilities in the county when needed. Full duties, requirements, and benefits are in the original posting.