Utility Operator (CD)- Ashland WWTP

Hanover County Government; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a technical role where you will operate water and wastewater plants or distribution systems. This position offers a structured career development program with opportunities to advance through four levels, from Operator-in-Training to Master Operator. You'll be responsible for conducting laboratory analyses, monitoring processes, and maintaining records, all while ensuring compliance with regulations. Working in various environments, including outdoor conditions, you will face challenges that require physical effort and a commitment to safety. This role is perfect for those who are passionate about public service and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water or wastewater operations is essential.
• Must achieve Class IV to Class I license based on career development level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory analysis and monitor plant processes.
• Maintain operational records and assist with regulatory reporting.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Monitoring processes

Record maintenance

Regulatory reporting

Sample collection

Knowledge of water/wastewater

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post high school training

Tools

Water or Wastewater License

Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License

Job description

General Description: This is a technical position. The incumbent operates one of the County’s water plants, wastewater plants or water distribution system.

Organization: The Utility Operator position is part of Hanover County’s Career Development Program (CD). The Utility Operator has four (4) levels: Operator-in-Training, Apprentice, Journeyman or Master. The CD requires that an employee obtain a Class II Operator License within 5.5 years of hire. The incumbent reports to the Utility Superintendent and supervises no staff.

Essential Functions: Duties will vary at each level of the career ladder. In addition to the list below, the duties will be consistent with the type of facility in which they work.

1. Conducts laboratory analysis.
2. Monitors plant or system processes and makes adjustments as necessary.
3. Maintains operational and maintenance records.
4. Assists with regulatory reporting.
5. Collects samples for analysis.
6. Keeps plant and work environment clean.
7. Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
8. Master Operators will function in a lead position and will be required to assist the Superintendent with a variety of administrative functions/special projects and stand-in during Superintendent’s absence.
9. Other operational duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

A. Hazards: May be exposed to chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, vibration, repetitiveness, wastewater.

B. Environment: Office, Field - Laboratory, industrial plant, outdoors in all weather conditions.

C. Physical Effort: Occasional lifting of objects up to 50 lbs. and routine walking up and down a 32 ft. high stairway.

D. Non-exempt

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Varies with CD level. Knowledge of water or wastewater and abilities, required. Knowledge and skills sufficient to meet CD requirements (e.g. certification, in-house promotion Board etc.).

Education, Experience and Training: High school diploma or equivalent required. Post high school training consistent with job demands, preferred. Must achieve Class IV to Class I license depending on CD level. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Special Conditions:

1. Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting.
2. Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License.
3. Shift Work.
4. Water or Wastewater License issued by the State of Virginia.
5. Pre-employment Physical Examination/Drug Test and repeated in accordance with policy thereafter.
6. Twelve-month probationary period.
7. Essential staff designation.
8. Must wear uniform, including safety equipment.
9. This position is subject to being on routine on-call.

Revision Date: February 2013