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At Jacobs, we don’t settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. 

Jacobs is seeking an Operations Manager to join our collaborative team to join our team in Jackon, MS. As the Operations Manager you’ll work with project staff to oversee the operations and laboratory practices of our plants. In this role, you’ll apply knowledge of the principles, methods and tools employed in the general operation of engines, pumps, valves, motors and related equipment, water process control, permit compliance, and safe work practices. You’ll also diagnose operating problems and direct effective correction procedures; prepare required reports, evaluate actual vs budget spend, and maintain complete recordkeeping procedures; analyze recording instrument readings and laboratory test results and adjust various plant processes accordingly; perform plant inspections to determine efficiency of operations, cleanliness, and maintenance activities including remedial action in emergencies; and supervise, evaluate and train employees.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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• High school diploma or equivalent

• State of Mississippi A Water Certification, or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months of hire

• Five (5) plus years of experience in the operation of water facilities

• Supervisory experience

• Excellent oral and written communications, self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, strong technical problem-solving skills

• Experience with planning, scheduling and inventory control

• Experience developing and working within an approved budget. Specifically tracking costs, adjusting activities to stay on budget, and optimizing labor and materials

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Experience with DMS and CMMS

• Valid State Driver’s License with no major infractions

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Familiar with potable water regulations and permits and successful permit compliance record

• Knowledge of safe work practices; principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in wastewater treatment processes

• Knowledge of principles of budget preparation and expenditure control

• Knowledge of laboratory practices and certification

• Proficient with computer software including data management systems, HACH WIMS and possess the ability to operate plant PLC’s and SCADA systems

• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate teams and to respond to emergency situations

• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the client, the general public, coworkers, elected and appointed officials

• Ability to travel/walk to job sites to develop work plans with technicians and management

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a pre-employment physical is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

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