Water Treatment Plant Operator – Essential Night/Weekend

City-of-Richmond,-Va

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 67,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities – Water Treatment Division is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Plant Operator position to operate a 132 mgd water plant. You will adjust chemical dosages, collect samples for lab analysis, and monitor gauges, meters, and control panels to ensure safe, compliant operation.

Incumbents are considered essential and may be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Zone I is a trainee level; Zones II–V require additional experience and certifications as defined in the broad band program.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be used to meet the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Adjust chemical dosages to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
Collect water samples for chemical laboratory analysis.
Read, interpret and adjust gauges, meters and control panels for proper operation.
Observe and document variations in operating conditions to determine processing requirements.
Record data, operate valves and gates, and start/stop equipment to control treatment processes.
Adjust, monitor and respond to operational situations in the water distribution system.
Monitor pumping stations and coordinate with the Pump Station operator on distribution requirements.