Senior Dam Operator — Gates, Controls & Reservoir Data

U.S. Department of Defense; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Dam Operator at the Gathright Dam in Covington, VA oversees keeping lake levels correct and collecting environmental data. The role requires operating hydraulic and electronically controlled dam gates and valves, and performing maintenance planning for intake tower equipment. Safety and precise measurements are essential.

The position involves routine field work at the dam site, weather and water condition monitoring, and adherence to safety directives. Applicants should be U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience operating hydraulic and electronically controlled dam gates.
• Ability to plan maintenance guidelines, procedures, and work schedules for intake tower equipment.
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, and other technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper lake elevation and record temperature, climatological, reservoir and stream flow data.
• Operate hydraulic and electronically controlled dam gates and valves to maintain pool levels.
• Assist in inspecting and maintaining dam equipment and associated systems.

Skills

Operate dam gates

Hydraulic systems

Electrical motor repair

Measuring instruments

Safety procedures

Job description

Head Dam Operator at the Gathright Dam in Covington, VA oversees keeping lake levels correct and collecting environmental data. The role requires operating hydraulic and electronically controlled dam gates and valves, and performing maintenance planning for intake tower equipment. Safety and precise measurements are essential.

The position involves routine field work at the dam site, weather and water condition monitoring, and adherence to safety directives. Applicants should be U.S.