About this opportunity
Hanover County Government lists this Utility Operator (CD)- Doswell WTP Div 3 opportunity in doswell, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Utility OperatorThis is a technical position. The incumbent operates one of the County's water plants, wastewater plants or water distribution system.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.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 assist the 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, wastewaterB. Environment· Office· Field - Laboratory, industrial plant, outdoors in all weather conditionsC. Physical Effort· Occasional lifting of objects upto 50 lbs. and routine walking up and down a 32 ft. high stairwayD. Non-exemptKnowledge, 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. -OR- 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 accordance to 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.Utility Operator 1 (CD) -In Training starting salary $47,198 Utility Operator 2 (CD)-Apprentice starting salary $53,389 Utility Operator 3 (CD)- Journeyman starting salary $58,870 Utility Operator 4 (CD)- Master starting salary $68,107
Worksite address
doswell, VA, 23047, US
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