Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Water/Waste Water Plant Worker in Lorman

Overview

The incumbent of this position performs duties related to the proper operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant, reverse osmosis systems, and associated equipment.

Job Title

Water/Waste Water Plant Worker

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Employment Status: Full Time

Department: Facilities Management

Location: Lorman

Open Date: 09/15/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Posted Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Number: S1163

Responsibilities

• Regulate chlorinators, blowers, pumps, reverse osmosis systems, chemical feeding systems, SCADA monitoring systems, and other controls.
• Monitor well controls and all campus water wells.
• Operate valves and other controls to feed chemicals into sewage and water.
• Read charts and gauges and maintain a log of plant operations during assigned shift.
• Assist in periodic maintenance work, including disassembly and repair of pumps, valves, flow-rate controllers, chemical dispensers, bar screens, collectors, and other plant equipment.
• Oil, grease, and clean equipment.
• Perform maintenance painting of machinery equipment and piping.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two (2) years of experience in the operation of mechanical equipment used at water plants.

Licensing And Certifications

Candidate must have a valid Mississippi Driver's License

Workplace and Physical Demands

• Work In Noisy (above 85 decibels) Areas: No
• Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 Pounds: Occasionally
• Light Work - Exerting Up To 20 Pounds: Occasionally
• Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 Pounds: Not Required
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 Pounds: Not Required
• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds: Not Required
• Travel: Occasionally
• Extended Work Hours: Occasionally

Additional Information

Department: Facilities Management

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquiries and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University: Title IX Office, ADA/Section 504 directives, and Human Resources. For Title IX and Section 504 inquiries contact Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS 39096, (601) 877-6700. For employment discrimination inquiries contact Human Resources, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS 39096, (601) 877-6188.

Advertising Summary: Excellent Benefits Package