Utility Operator (CD)- Doswell WTP

Pole Green Park; Doswell (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Utility Operator, where you will play a vital role in managing and operating water and wastewater plants. This position offers a clear career development path, requiring you to obtain a Class II Operator License within 5.5 years of hire. You will be responsible for conducting laboratory analyses, monitoring plant processes, and maintaining essential operational records. This role provides a unique opportunity to work in diverse environments, from the office to outdoor settings, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. If you are passionate about water management and eager to grow your career, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water or wastewater and skills to meet certification requirements.
• Must achieve Class IV to Class I license depending on career development level.

Responsibilities

• Conducts laboratory analysis and monitors plant processes.
• Maintains operational records and assists with regulatory reporting.

Skills

Laboratory Analysis

Water/Wastewater Knowledge

Operational Monitoring

Regulatory Reporting

Maintenance Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Post High School Training

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 the 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 to 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