Plant Operator III

Spotsylvania County, VA; Virginia; Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Spotsylvania County, VA is seeking a technically skilled individual to operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment. You will collect water samples, perform lab analyses, calibrate and service equipment, and adjust chemical dosing to ensure safe, compliant treatment processes.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to regulations, with responsibilities spanning daily plant operations and routine maintenance.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years water treatment operations experience.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license.
• Virginia Class III license or the ability to obtain within 30 months.
• First Aid and/or CPR certification.
• Must comply with OSHA regulations including facial hair policies.
• Must participate in the Waterworks Division Mandatory Training Program.

Aufgaben

• Operate mechanical equipment such as pumps, filters, and feeders.
• Operate electrical equipment including meters, recorders, controllers, and monitors.
• Collect water samples for testing and perform laboratory analyses.
• Calibrate, maintain, service, repair, and replace equipment as needed.
• Determine proper chemical dosages for treatment processes.
• Prepare and inventory chemicals for use.
• Maintain accurate records of water treatment activities.
• Keep a safe working environment and perform regular preventive maintenance.
• Carry out plant maintenance and custodial duties as required.
• Stay informed on local, state, and federal regulations affecting water treatment.

Kenntnisse

Water treatment operations

Equipment maintenance

Laboratory testing

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meters

Recorders

Controllers

Automatic monitors

Standby power systems

Laboratory equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the operation and minor maintenance of equipment at the water treatment plant. Work involves collecting and testing water samples and controlling mechanical, electrical, and chemical equipment involved in pumping and/or treating water. Employee is also responsible for adjusting chemical feed as required. Employee must exercise judgment based on training and experience in making decisions and coordinating the proper operation of equipment.

This position is essential. Personnel occupying this position may be scheduled to work irrespective of weather conditions and/or when general County offices are closed.

Applicants must be available to work Sunday through Saturday as needed.

• Operates mechanical equipment such as pumps, filters, and feeders.
• Operates electrical and electronic equipment such as meters, recorders, controllers, automatic monitors, and stand by power systems.
• Collects water samples for testing and performs laboratory analysis.
• Calibrates, maintains, services, repairs, and replaces various mechanical, electronic, and electrical equipment.
• Determines proper chemical dosage and control applications for various treatment processes.
• Prepares inventory and stores chemicals.
• Maintains accurate and complete records on various aspects of water treatment.
• Maintains a safe working environment.
• Performs regular preventative maintenance on various types of equipment.
• Performs general plant maintenance and custodial duties.
• Maintains awareness of local, state, and federal regulations and stays informed of changes and updates.
• Performs other related duties as required.

High School Diploma or equivalent; and one (1) to two (2) years of experience in water treatment operations;

ORany equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Valid Virginia driver's license required.

Have a Virginia Class III License or must successfully obtain a Virginia Class III License within 30 months of employment.

Must obtain First Aid and/or CPR certification(s).

Must conform to OSHA regulations that may require removal of some facial hair.

Shall participate in the Waterworks Division Mandatory Training Program.