Careers
Careers with Department of Water Resources
Employees of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) are vital to our commitment to provide superior water service to the communities we serve. We’re looking for dedicated employees who want to impact our business and community. View our available positions to begin your journey to a rewarding career!
At DWR, employees hold important roles at all levels in a wide range of fields, including engineering, field and facility operations, and business services. Working at DWR provides ample opportunities for career growth, significant on-the-job training, and excellent benefits—all for one of the top water utilities in the country.
DWR also offers exceptional learning opportunities through our volunteer, internship, cooperative education (co-op) and apprenticeship programs. Opportunities are available in a variety of disciplines and are a great way for junior and senior level high school and college students interested in a career in the water industry to gain practical experience, make connections, and impact the community.
Please take a few minutes and read the descriptions below for insight into the various workgroups and the important work done by the DWR teams!
Explore Careers in Water Resources
Trade Careers:
- Construction
- Inspection
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Instrumentation
- Plant Operations
Technical Careers:
- Engineering
- Scientist
- GIS
- IT
- Laboratory
Business Services:
- Customer Service
- Finance
- GIS
- Project Management
- Administrative Services
Testimonials
24 years of service
I have worked for DWR for 24 years and have enjoyed every minute of my career. The work and people here challenge you to do your best and be part of a winning team that leads the nation in the water utility industry.
5 years of service
I have been working for Gwinnett County since 2018. Since then, I have moved up in positions and have been very blessed. I cannot wait for what the future brings working here!
John Butler | Project Coordinator
18 years of service
Working with Gwinnett Water Resources has been a true privilege for me since I began my career. The people here are truly passionate and committed to protecting our resources and providing the best possible service to the community. Not only am I able to serve the public but I am able to serve the environment, which makes coming to work feel less like a job and more like a way of life.
Hiring Process
Hiring processes can sometimes seem overwhelming, but we are here to help. Working for one of the highest rated utilities in the country is a big deal, and our hiring process reflects that.
We want every candidate to see our passion for protecting public health and providing superior water service at an excellent value every step of the way.
Are you ready to dive into a career in water?
View current open positions.
Application and Interview Process
The first step to a career in water is submitting an online application.
If the application meets the minimum requirements, it is then sent to our department.
The hiring manager reviews the applications received and selects candidates to interview.
An oral interview is conducted. This typically consists of a panel of 3-4 interviewers. Please note that meeting the minimum qualifications of the position does not guarantee an interview.
The panel of interviewers selects a candidate and informs the Human Resources Department of the decision.
A member of the Human Resources team will contact the candidate with a conditional job offer.
If the conditional job offer is accepted, the candidate will then undergo a background check and drug screen test. The candidate will also fill out necessary paperwork.
Once all background checks, drug screenings, and paperwork are complete, and the candidate is verified as qualified to work in Gwinnett County, an official job offer will be issued.
While there may be some variation, the entire process could take two to three months.
To check on the status of an application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at 770.822.7915.