Job Description
Department: Wastewater
Operations

Pay Band: # 3
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Wastewater Operator Trainee
Job Description

Role:

Under the general supervision of the Wastewater Operations Supervisor, the Wastewater
Operator Trainee will perform responsible skilled duties related to the efficient and proper operation of the wastewater facilities of the Bedford Regional Water Authority (“Authority”).

Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Read meters, gauges, and other instrumentation.
• Complete and record daily operational tests.
• Collect and deliver all samples as required.
• Perform routine service and preventative maintenance of equipment. Conduct all maintenance as necessary and maintain files for each location to assure adequate preventative maintenance is performed on equipment.
• Check daily operation of pump stations and other Authority facilities for any necessary maintenance.
• Operate, maintain, and replace valves and pumps as needed.
• Adjust chemical addition as necessary to meet treatment goals.
• Complete all necessary monthly reports in a timely manner to allow adequate time to review, complete, and mail to appropriate Federal and State Agencies.
• Maintain daily bench sheets for all testing, calibrations, chemical additions, and maintenance performed.
• Keep all buildings and grounds clean and neat in appearance.
• Operate sludge presses as needed.
• Operate forklifts, tractors, and mowers.
• Assist with maintenance, installations, and emergency repairs when necessary.
• Investigate and assist customers with concerns.
• Maintain assigned vehicle.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by Wastewater Operations Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• A valid Virginia Driver’s license and comply with the Authority’s Vehicle and Equipment policy.
• Have and maintain a good driving record.
• Possess basic computer skills, including basic knowledge of Microsoft Office®.
• Be able to maintain logs and prepare reports.
• Be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Be able to establish and maintain working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Be organized and self-motivated.
• Be able to respond to emergencies as needed on a 24-hour basis.
• Must obtain a Virginia Class 4 Wastewater Operator’s License within 18 months of hire.
• Must complete Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1, 7th Edition (California State University, Sacramento 2017) within 6 months of the date of hire.

Additional Information:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• The position typically requires working 8 - 12 working hours per day, 40 hours per week, as scheduled with a thirty (30) minute lunch break. Shifts may be altered as deemed necessary. Regular weekend and holiday work is required. Being called in to work on emergency and other repairs is also understood to be a responsibility for this position.

Position is considered essential personnel.

Working Conditions

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Employees sit little of the time but may walk or stand for most periods of time.
• This classification involves frequent physical agility requirements such as: climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, repetitive motions and manual dexterity.
• Sensory requirements include standard vision requirements, ability to express ideas and ability to hear information at normal spoken word levels.

Physical Exertion (Pounds)
Up to 10 Frequent

Up to 25 Frequent

Up to 50 Occasional

Up to 100 None

100 or more None

Environmental Exposures
Work near moving mechanical parts Frequent
Work in high, precarious places Occasional
Toxic or caustic chemicals Occasional
Outdoor weather conditions Frequent
Extreme Cold, non-weather None
Extreme Heat, non-weather None
Noise Level Moderate

Employment Eligibility/Work Authorization Requirements:

The BRWA is committed to employing only individuals who are authorized to work in the United
States and who comply with applicable immigration, employment law, and criminal background clearance. As a condition of employment, every individual must provide satisfactory evidence of his or her identity and legal authority to employment. The Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,895.25 - $46,254.10 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person