Plant Operator III

Spotsylvania County; Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spotsylvania County is seeking a water treatment technician to operate and monitor treatment plant equipment, collect samples, and perform laboratory analyses.

The role includes calibrating and maintaining equipment, determining chemical dosages, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A Virginia Class III license or ability to obtain within 30 months is required, along with First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus 1–2 years of water treatment operations experience.
• Virginia Class III Water License or ability to obtain within 30 months of employment.
• First Aid and/or CPR certification required.
• Must comply with OSHA regulations including facial hair policies as applicable.
• Must participate in the Waterworks Division Mandatory Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Operates pumps, filters, and feeders.
• Operates meters, recorders, controllers, and standby power systems.
• Collects water samples for testing and laboratory analysis.
• Calibrates, maintains, services, repairs, and replaces equipment.
• Determines chemical dosage and control for treatment processes.
• Prepares inventory and stores chemicals.
• Maintains records and a safe working environment.
• Performs regular preventative maintenance and general plant tasks.
• Follows local, state, and federal regulations and updates.

Skills

Water treatment operations experience

Laboratory testing & analysis

Equipment calibration & maintenance

Valid Virginia driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Virginia Class III Water License

Job description

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.