Licensed Water Plant Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate domestic water treatment systems including chemical and physical processes.
• Conduct regular inspections of facility; observe process control parameters via SCADA, various instrumentation screens, and results of laboratory analyses; and anticipate and plan for flow changes and treatment system adjustments.
• Respond to all alarms, failures, and process needs occurring at any water facility.
• Read meters and gauges, and enter data in operational logs and computer spreadsheets.
• Observe operations of chemical feed systems, and replenish as needed, monitor and measure feed rates on a regular and timely basis, adjust feed rates to meet treatment needs and operating permit goals and requirements.
• Disassemble pipes, clear out pumps when clogged, change and clean strainer filters as needed.
• Calibrate pH and turbidity meters.
• Collect samples and perform analyses on water samples as scheduled and as needed.
• Collect and submit to central laboratory all required samples, interpret test results and make corresponding treatment process changes where necessary, and conduct special tests as required by supervisor.
• Fill out required daily operational reports.
• Operate industrial equipment to haul chemicals and other materials.
• Understand plant valving and piping systems.
• Under supervision, make changes to flow patterns as needed.
• Perform preventive and minor maintenance on equipment and assist maintenance personnel as assigned.
• Respond to and diagnose maintenance problems with appropriate action.
• Communicate directly with maintenance personnel in the absence of the Senior Operator and Plant Supervisor.
• Clean vehicles, perform general housekeeping and other building and grounds tasks as assigned.
• Participate in operational discussions to further knowledge and understanding of the plants and process.
• Communicate with supervision and licensed operators on observations of the plants, processes, sample test results, and other observations.
• Perform required safety checks as needed.
• Absorb and assist with training new hires/trainees.
• Perform duties and tasks in an environmentally friendly manner.
• Perform duties in accordance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and guidelines.
• Maintain effective working relationship with co-workers.
• Remain aware of and adhere to personnel and safety policies and practices.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or vocational school.
• Must possess a valid Virginia Driver's License.
• Must possess a valid Class B Virginia Commercial Driver License with H and N endorsements and air brakes or be able to acquire the same within 12 months of hire.
• A Virginia Waterworks Operator’s license is required (Class 4, 3, 2 or 1).
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and any combination.