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Heard County Water Authority Board of Directors are appointed by a governing process. Two Directors are appointed by the Heard County Council. Two Directors are appointed by Franklin City Council and one Director is appointed At Large.
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Heard County Water Authority in Franklin, GA is seeking a Distribution Crew Leader. HCWA offers exceptional benefits, including Health Insurance, a Pension Plan, paid Holidays off, and much more. If you are a detailed oriented person, you enjoy working outside, and you are reliable and enjoy problem solving, this position may be a perfect opportunity for you. HCWA provides safe and clean water to the community and this job may lead to many career opportunities.
The Distribution Crew is responsible for the continuous operation and delivery of safe, clean and sufficient volume of water to the community. This position reports to the Distribution Superintendent and at times will be required to consult with the Executive Director of HCWA. The Distribution Team works closely with other HCWA departments and at times will communicate and exchange information with state regulatory agencies, vendors, and city/county residents. Distribution members must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. A Crew Leader must display independence and good decision-making skills and have a valid driver’s license.
Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate, ability to operate heavy equipment, such as a mini excavator, ability to lift 50 pounds, more than one year of successful work in the field of Water Distribution, a Water Treatment Plant, or Wastewater Treatment Plants.
Preferred qualifications: in addition to the minimum requirements, hold a Water Distribution Certification, or Wastewater Collections System Certification, Management/Leadership experience. Consideration given to additional education such as a college degree or other Water/Wastewater Certifications.
Chosen Applicants will be notified by phone to schedule an interview. This position will be filled as soon as the best applicant has been interviewed. If you think you are the best candidate for HCWA, you may apply for this career opportunity by obtaining a job application from www.myhcwa.com
The Heard County Water Authority is currently taking applications for a Distribution Crew Member. Applicants must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate. This is an entry level position, and salary is based upon experience. The preferred qualification is a State of Georgia Certification in Water Distribution. Applications may be picked up at the Water Authority office at 11520 Highway 34 West, Franklin, GA, or printed off the website at www.myhcwa.com. The job description is also posted on the website. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A drug screen and background check are mandatory before employment. HCWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Water Authority has partnered with Heard County Fire and Emergency Services to provide our customers with access to a notification system that advises residents of issues such as boil water advisories, main leaks, or other issues in their area. Please click the CodeRED logo link below to sign up today.
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2020 Annual Water Quality Report
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2022 Annual Water Quality Report
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HAA5 Violation - QA Sheet
HAA5 Violation - 3rd Quarter 2023
HAA5 Violation - 4th Quarter 2023
If you are in need of water service at a new address, please be sure to read our policies for establishing a new account in the document listed below. If you have any additional questions regarding these policies, water rates, or if you are ready to open an account, please contact our office at (706) 675-3358. Please complete both of the following forms for faster service.
Heard County Water Authority in Franklin, GA is seeking a career-oriented Operations Specialist. HCWA offers exceptional benefits, including Health Insurance, a Pension Plan, paid Holidays off, and much more. If you are a detailed oriented person, you enjoy working with people, you are reliable and enjoy problem solving, this position may be a perfect opportunity for you. HCWA provides safe and clean water to the community and this job may lead to many career opportunities. Applications may be obtained from the office or website at www.myhcwa.com Position will be filled as soon as the best candidate is interviewed. Salary is based upon experience.
The Operations Specialist duties include Accounts Receivable, Posting Payments Each Day, Processing New Customer Applications, Entering New Customers in Accounting System, Answering Customer Calls regarding Accounts Receivable, Entering Job Names or Work Orders in Accounting System, Greeting Visitors, Creating Spreadsheets, Assisting Customers as needed.
The HCWA has completed construction on a significant rehabilitation and upgrade project at the Water Treatment Plant. The original 1 Million Gallon per Day (MGD) Plant was completed in March 1988 and later expanded to a 3 MGD plant in October of 1993. It is now a 4 MGD Water Treatment Plant in 2023.
The HCWA Board and Staff recognized action had to be taken to prevent continued deterioration of the existing equipment and processes; otherwise, the public health and economic impacts would have been devastating. This project required a great investment of time and money, while the Authority also recognized the need to increase water treatment capacity to prepare for the future of Heard County residents and businesses. The projected cost of the project was $7.3 million and with good management the Board and Staff did not exceed the planned cost.
An act of the Georgia General Assembly created the Franklin-Heard County Water Authority on February 6, 1984. This act was amended to change the name of the Authority to the Heard County Water Authority was approved March 22, 1989. The Heard County Water Authority is not a department of the Heard County but an independent authority. The five person Board is comprised of two members appointed by the City of Franklin, two appointed by the Heard County Board of Commissioners, and one member is elected by the four current HCWA Board members. The Board serves for 4 years and the terms are staggered. The reason behind utility authorities being created by the State of Georgia Legislature was to keep local politics out of the decision making process for rates and other matter with regard to the operation of a utility.
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