What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Plant Operator - Water Treatment (Night) position at Chesterfield County, VA?
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and a Commonwealth of Virginia Class I Waterworks Operator's License is required for the advertised classification and salary range. Applicants with drinking water treatment experience, a Virginia Waterworks Operator's License, and three years of relevant experience are preferred ($58,180 - $78,542).
Ability to perform manual labor, lift fifty pounds, walk or stand for thirty continuous minutes. Applicants without a Class I Waterworks Operator's License will receive consideration at lower level plant operator classifications and salary grades/ranges.
- Operator Trainee: High school diploma or GED ($42,800 - $57,779).
- Plant Operator: Hold a current Class III Commonwealth of Virginia Waterworks License or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or any engineering field ($47,412 - $64,005).
- Senior Plant Operator: Hold a current Class II Commonwealth of Virginia Waterworks License ($52,521 - $70,902).
Duties
Responsible for a 12-hour shift operation of a high-rate water treatment plant. Responsible for operation of mechanical and computer systems (SCADA), calibration of chemical feeders and equipment, handling of chemicals, sampling and testing of source and treated waters, and other duties as necessary to enable proper monitoring and operation of our drinking water treatment plant. Makes adjustment of plant treatment process within the parameters of the operating permit in coordination with supervisory staff. Prepares reports of operation’s staff monitoring of the potable water distribution system by use of SCADA. Responsible for after-hours Utilities department emergency services phone number, the monitoring and emergency response for one Class I and one class II dam, and the maintenance of facility security. On occasion will need to handle 550-pound drums. Performs other work as required.
This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
Shift
Night shift; 3 nights on/3 nights off; 4:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.
Work Location
Utilities
Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Salary : $42,800 - $57,779
