Utility Operator (CD)- Doswell WTP Div 3

Hanover County Government; Doswell (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover County Government is seeking a Utility Operator to manage operations at one of the county's water facilities, wastewater plant, or water distribution system. The role progresses through four levels (Operator-in-Training, Apprentice, Journeyman, Master) and requires obtaining a Class II license within 5.5 years.

Incumbents report to the Utility Superintendent, supervise no staff, and may lead with Master level during absences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must achieve Class IV to Class I license depending on CD level.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License.
• Water or Wastewater License issued by the State of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Conducts laboratory analysis.
• Monitors plant or system processes and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Maintains operational and maintenance records.
• Assists with regulatory reporting.
• Collects samples for analysis.
• Keeps plant and work environment clean.
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
• Master Operators will function in a lead position and will assist the Superintendent with administrative functions and projects.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Regulatory reporting

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma

Virginia Driver's License

Water/Wastewater 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.

• Conducts laboratory analysis.
• Monitors plant or system processes and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Maintains operational and maintenance records.
• Assists with regulatory reporting.
• Collects samples for analysis.
• Keeps plant and work environment clean.
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed.
• Master Operators will function in a lead position and will be required to assistthe Superintendent with a variety of administrative functions/special projects and stands-in during Superintendent's absence.
• 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 upto 50 lbs. and routine walking up and down a32 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:

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License
• Shift Work
• Water or Wastewater License issued by the State of Virginia
• Pre-employment Physical Examination/Drug Test and repeated in accordanceto policy thereafter
• Twelve-month probationary period
• Essential staff designation
• Must wear uniform, including safety equipment
• This position is subject to being on routine on-call.

Revision Date: February 2013

• Utility Operator 1 (CD) -In Training starting salary $38,903
• Utility Operator 2 (CD)-Apprentice starting salary $45,906
• Utility Operator 3 (CD)- Journeyman starting salary $54,169
• Utility Operator 4 (CD)- Master starting salary $63,919