Lead Water Treatment & Transmission Operator

City of Norfolk; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk seeks a Chief Waterworks Operator to supervise a shift at a water treatment facility within the Department of Utilities. The role oversees plant operations, transmission systems, and staff assignments to ensure safe, compliant water production.

Qualifications include a Virginia Class I Waterworks Operator License, a valid driver’s license, and two years of operator experience. The position may require night, weekend, and holiday work as essential personnel.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Class I Operator.
• Valid Driver's License and Class I Virginia Waterworks Operator License.
• Essential position; may require extended/off-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a shift at one of two water treatment plants and related transmission systems.
• Monitor water quality through chemical and physical analyses and adjust equipment as needed.
• Direct staff assignments, attend meetings, and evaluate employees.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and document operations as required.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Staff supervision

Job description

The City of Norfolk seeks a Chief Waterworks Operator to supervise a shift at a water treatment facility within the Department of Utilities. The role oversees plant operations, transmission systems, and staff assignments to ensure safe, compliant water production.

Qualifications include a Virginia Class I Waterworks Operator License, a valid driver’s license, and two years of operator experience. The position may require night, weekend, and holiday work as essential personnel.