City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Water System Operator Apprentice

Plumbing & PipefittingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Internship · Fall 2026Marietta, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid Georgia driver’s license, including a satisfactory seven-year driving history with no driving under the influence convictions in the last five years, is required.
Must be able to obtain a Georgia Class A Commercial Driver’s License learners permit within six months of hire and a Class A Commercial Driver’s License one year from the date of obtaining the permit.
Must be able to obtain flagging certification within the working test period.
Must be able to complete trenching and shoring certification and confined space entry certification within two years of employment.
Must be able to work a rotating on-call schedule as assigned.
Successful candidates must submit to a drug screen, physical exam, and background inquiry.

Responsibilities

Work as a member of a crew installing water and wastewater taps for new services.
Work as a member of a crew installing and servicing fire hydrants.
Work as a member of a crew repairing broken water mains or wastewater services.
Flag traffic around the work site as assigned.
Work as a member of a crew replacing and raising or lowering water and wastewater appurtenances.
Work as a member of a crew performing high-pressure water cleaning of wastewater mains and services.
Stock the truck with standard daily-use items and materials.
Deliver and pick up materials and equipment as assigned.
Perform preventative maintenance on the assigned truck and keep the truck clean as needed.
Install and replace residential meters.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Ability to learn and follow standard safety practices associated with heavy construction.
Skill with hand tools including pipe wrenches, hammers, concrete saws, and other related tools.
Experience in construction, maintenance, or field operations.
Experience in plumbing, underground utilities, or pipe installation.
Ability to operate powered tools including jack hammer, chain saw, and air hammer.

Rate of Pay: Based on Qualifications
Status: Open Until Filled

This apprentice training position within the Water Department provides hands-on experience in maintaining, repairing, and installing water and wastewater infrastructure. Starting pay will be based on qualifications. Employees receive on-the-job training and may advance through the program by successfully completing required training, certifications, and job requirements. As employees gain experience and progress through the program, they take on more responsibility and perform a wider variety of work. This position works under the supervision of an assigned Foreperson or experienced Operator.

Works as a member of a crew in installing water and wastewater taps for new services.
Works as a member of a crew in installing and servicing fire hydrants.
Works as a member of a crew in repairing broken water mains or wastewater services.
Flags traffic around work site as assigned.
Works as a member of a crew in replacing and raising or lowering water and wastewater appurtenances.
Works as a member of a crew in high-pressure water cleaning of wastewater mains and services.
Stocks truck with standard items and materials used on a daily basis. Delivers and picks up materials and equipment as assigned.
Performs preventative maintenance on assigned truck and keeps truck clean as needed.
Installs and replaces residential meters.
Performs other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Georgia driver’s license including a satisfactory seven-year driving history with no DUI’s in the last 5 years. Must be able to obtain a Georgia Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) learners permit within 6 months of hire and obtain a Class A CDL one year from date of obtaining permit.
Must be able to obtain flagging certification within working test period.
Must be able to complete trenching and shoring, and confined space entry certification within two years of employment.
Ability to learn and follow standard safety practices associated with heavy construction.
Must be able to work a rotating “on call” schedule as assigned.

Highly desired skills:

Skill with hand tools including pipe wrenches, hammers, concrete saws and other related tools.
Experience in construction, maintenance, or field operations.
Experience in plumbing, underground utilities, or pipe installation.
Ability to operate powered tools including jack hammer, chain saw, and air hammer.

Disclaimer
Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen, physical exam, and background inquiry.

About the Company

City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Marietta provides local government services to residents and businesses, including utilities (Marietta Power & Water), sanitation, road maintenance, parks, public safety, and planning and economic development. Services are delivered through city departments overseen by a City Manager under a Mayor-Council-Manager form of government. It differentiates itself through integrated service delivery, a clear governance structure, and active economic development programs that support both large employers and small businesses. Its goal is to provide reliable services, maintain infrastructure, ensure public safety, preserve the community’s character, and foster local economic growth.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Marietta, GA
Founded: 1834

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