Water Treatment Operator 2

MLGW is the nation’s largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds.  Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service.  We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers. 

MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan.  We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving.  

MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.

The essential job responsibilities of the Water Treatment Operator 2 includes working inside and outside pumping stations, providing support to Water Treatment Operator 1's, Inspect/service remote controlled pumping stations; record meter readings; replace chlorine, fluoride and phosphate and adjust chemical dosage as needed; operate pumping stations manually when needed; receive/unload chemicals; extract data from the Human-Machine lnterface (HMl) to create reports; and service Backwash Monitoring Stations.   
 

Qualification Requirements:
To perform the Water Treat Operator 2 role, you must:
-Possess a Tennessee Grade IV Water Treatment Operator license
-Possess valid driver's license from state of residence

Physical Working Conditions:
Work in proximity to high voltage and areas exposed to dust, dirt, odors, noise and the presence of chemicals. Climb over obstructions, bend, stoop or otherwise work from an awkward position in order to inspect or repair equipment located in a hard-to-reach spot. Work inside and outside under all conditions. Subject to the hazards of weather.