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Career Opportunities
Interested in working for an award-winning, community driven water authority with a commitment to environmental stewardship? You’re in the right place!
WSA prides ourselves on the strength of our team, and we are always looking for new additions. Whether you are looking to work with our water supply directly, or are looking for a role where you can interact with the Douglas County community directly, we have a place for you.
Working in water is more than a job – it’s a career path that comes with benefits that can last a lifetime! WSA offers excellent benefits, including a host of medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, a company-funded, defined-benefit pension plan, 13 paid holidays, generous paid time-off allotment, a tuition reimbursement program, on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and more. The Authority has an operating budget of more than $50 million dollars, with a five-year capital improvements program of approximately $145 million dollars. If you have any questions, please email HumanResources@ddcwsa.com.
WSA is an equal-opportunity employer. All new hires must undergo a background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening. Some positions may also require a credit check and/or verification of education. Full job descriptions can be found on the application at the Online Application Portal below.
Current Job Opportunities
Engineering Analyst
$24.38 hourly, D.O.E.
This position performs analysis and management of engineering datasets and advanced mapping tasks utilizing the Authority’s Geographic Information System (GIS), as well as management of capital and private development projects under the supervision of a Project Engineer. Work includes implementing programs and projects to improve the storage and accessibility of information in the Engineering Department, assisting customers that walk in or call in to the Engineering Department, assisting personnel in the MIS Department with management of the GIS, review of private development plans, management of Authority Capital Improvement Projects, preparation of engineering design plans, and preparation of graphical deliverables for report or display purposes. This position is expected to be self-motivated and require minimal technical supervision and reports to the Engineering Services Supervisor.
Qualified candidates should possess an associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science, GIS, Drafting, or a related field plus four (4) years of experience in water, sewer, and/or stormwater construction and design or other GIS applications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates should also possess a GSWCC Level 2 Certification or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of hire. Full job description and list of duties may be found at the application portal linked below.
Inspector
$21.03 hourly
This position performs technical work reviewing the construction of water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure to ensure compliance with construction specifications and locating and marking underground water and sewer lines to limit damage resulting from planned excavations in the area.
Work involves making key decisions concerning the operation and valving of the water system to accomplish efficient distribution of water, isolation and dewatering of line segments for maintenance purposes. Duties also include conducting on-site inspections of in-progress and completed construction, developing filed notes and responding to inquiries concerning construction projects. Work involves considerable contact with contractors, developers, and residents. An employee in this position is required to be on-call on a rotating basis.
Candidates should possess a High School diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). A two-year degree from a post-secondary vocational-technical school and/or college in a related field is desirable. Three (3) years of experience with, or exposure to, water/wastewater/stormwater infrastructure and construction or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Customer Service Representative (full-time and part-time positions available)
$16.54 hourly
This position performs moderately difficult customer service, billing, and clerical work calling for accuracy and excellent customer relations and cash handling skills. Work involves a variety of customer service, clerical, billing, and record keeping duties and the use of discreet judgment in applying department rules to customer problems. The employee works with some degree of independence and is supervised by the Customer Service Supervisor.
Applicants must posses a High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and one (1) year of customer service experience.
Electrician
Starting at $24.38, D.O.E.
This position performs skilled work in the electrical maintenance and repair of water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and related equipment. May work independently or with other electricians, mechanics, laborers, and the pump station operators during repair assignments and assists in developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs and maintaining detailed records. The electrician must have controls troubleshooting skills and be able to diagnose and repair electrical systems focusing on automation, PLCs, VFDs, and complex circuits, using tools like multimeters, clamp meters, thermal cameras, and schematic reading to fix issues from loose wires to programming errors, ensuring machines run safely and efficiently.
Core Responsibilities & Skills include: Troubleshooting medium/low voltage (120v to 4160v) power, motor starters, transformers, and breakers. Diagnosing PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMI (Human-Machine Interfaces), sensors, relays, and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives). Working with 4-20mA signals, transmitters, and calibration. Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and manuals. Adhering to strict lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures. Qualified candidates should possess an Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in motor controls, electronics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Candidates should also possess a valid State of Georgia driver’s license (Class C) and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), with a valid State of Georgia Class II (Unrestricted) Electrical License preferred. An individual in this position is on 24-hour call, 7 days a week and reports to the Maintenance Mechanic Superintendent.
Laborer
$16.54 hourly
Job duties include work of routine difficulty in manual labor involving physically demanding unskilled and limited semi-skilled tasks. Works as a water, wastewater, or construction crew member, maintaining water and/or sewer lines. This position requires the employee to be on-call on a rotating basis.
Field Services Representative
$16.54 hourly
This position involves reading water meters and terminating services. Duties involve accurately reading and recording the water consumption data of the Authority’s customers, following designated routes, and using a hand-held computer or the AMR Drive-By unit. Other work performed by this employee involves locking water meters for delinquency purposes and service terminations.
This position is also responsible for unlocking meters to restore service and obtaining meter readings as needed. The position may also be required to perform other meter services functions as required. This employee reports to the Meter Services Supervisor. Applicants must possess a High School diploma or GED, a valid State of Georgia driver’s license, and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Senior Equipment Operator
$21.03 hourly
This position performs skilled work in the operation of moderately complex medium to heavy construction equipment. The work involves the safe and skilled operating, servicing, and minor maintenance of equipment for transporting personnel and materials and may involve operating components of significant complexity or capacity. Work also involves the performance of manual tasks. Supervision may be exercised over semi-skilled workers. Candidate should possess a High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) with three (3) years of experience operating automotive and construction equipment preferred. Candidate should possess a valid State of Georgia driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), as well as a valid State of Georgia Class “A” CDL (Commercial Driver’s License). Possession of Manual Transmission Endorsement preferred or be able to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a Confined Spaces certificate. Possession of a Department of Transportation Flagger certificate. Possession of a Trench Excavation certificate. An individual in this position is required to be on-call on a rotating basis and reports to the Construction or Maintenance Foreman.
Maintenance Mechanic
$21.03 hourly
This position performs skilled work in major mechanical and minor electrical maintenance, adjustments, repair of water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and all related equipment. Work involves operating combination vehicles and single and tandem axle automotive equipment or relatively simple mechanical attachments. May work independently or with other mechanics, laborers, and/or the plant or pump station operators during repair assignments. Qualified candidates should possess a High School diploma or General Equivalency diploma (GED), three (3) years of experience in mechanical, electrical, and building maintenance and repair, as well as a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and valid State of Georgia Class “A” Commercial Drivers License (CDL). An employee in this position is required to be required to be on call on a rotating basis and reports to the Maintenance Mechanic Foreman.
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Apply Online
To apply online, please visit the Online Application Portal.
Please be sure to indicate which open position you are applying for.
In Person
Complete an application at our Administrative Office:
8763 Hospital Drive, Douglasville, Georgia 30134.
