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Operating Engineer
Department: Water & Sewer
Division: Water Plant
Rate of Pay: $9.00/hr
Nature of Work: An initial training period will consist of learning the treatment and distribution of water to the citizens of Hattiesburg. Upon completion of training, incumbent will be assigned as an Operating Engineer whose primary duty will consist of the operation of water plants.
Work Examples: Full operation of Water Plants consisting of performing chemical tests, monitoring water pressure, keeping accurate records of water being distributed and maintaining plant equipment. Answers telephone and dispatches request for service call to work crews. In emergencies will be responsible for notifying appropriate personnel. Ground maintenance on plant grounds, including mowing, weed-eating, trimming of bushes and picking up trash. Routing flushing of assigned fire hydrants and other work as assigned by supervisor.
Desirable Qualifications: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, ability to read charts and graphs. Must have good communication skills and be computer literate. Requires knowledge of lawn equipment and mechanical aptitude.
Posting Date: March 17, 2011
