Water Plant Operator (Class I)

BVU Authority (BVU) has an opening for a Water Treatment Plant Operator (Class 1). The primary duty of this position is to produce safe drinking water at BVU’s Water Treatment Plant. This is accomplished by ensuring the treated water meets all Virginia Department of Health’s required water quality standards when leaving the plant and throughout the distribution system; operating and calibrating chemical feed pumps; receiving and unloading chemicals; monitoring the processes through the SCADA system and through visual checks; and reacting appropriately to emergency situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Monitors water treatment processes by monitoring SCADA program and conducting laboratory tests including turbidity, pH, chlorine and bacteriological.

· Visually and physically verifies that all production equipment is operating within normal parameters.

· Responsible for analyzing data in order to determine efficient and effective treatment methodology.

· Responsible for recording data and the production of associated operational reports.

· Maintain, repair, or replace pumps, valves, lines, electrical parts, minor construction, meters, etc.

· Maintain and log test results, inventory control, safety data, Virginia Health Department reports, etc.

· Adjusts chemical feed rates and makes water treatment process changes.

· Comply with all State and Federal regulations regarding operation of the water treatment plant.

· Conduct water flushing operations within the water distribution system.

· Collect water samples, within the water distribution system, for lab analysis

· Respond to customer complaints concerning water pressure and water quality.

· Accept the duties and responsibilities of the Lead Operator when he is not present. These duties may include inspections, unusual and difficult process decisions, and encounters in the Lead Operator’s absence.

· Work weekends, holidays, after normal hours or any time deemed necessary for the operation of the water treatment plant.

· Must stay abreast of procedures for chemical analysis and processes described by standard methods.

· Perform routine maintenance of building and grounds.

· Participates in training of new plant operators on an as-needed basis.

· Promotes good employee and department relations by working and communicating well with other departments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Must have the ability to conduct and analyze lab tests.

· Must have the math abilities required.

· Must be able to keep accurate records of plant operations and lab tests.

· Must be familiar with pertinent federal, state and local regulation needed on position.

· Must have knowledge in chemical analysis and formulations, mathematical equations, conversion factors.

· Must be able to work with a minimum amount of supervision.

· Must be able to interact well with the public and represent BVU in a professional manner.

· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal formats.

· Good working relationship with other departments.

· Must have computer knowledge to perform duties.

· Must know all applicable safety regulations, procedures, and use of safety equipment.

· Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word.

Required Education, Training and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates’ Degree highly desirable.

· Must have and maintain a Virginia Class 1 Water Treatment Plant Certification.

· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Experience in laboratory work and use of chemicals, and all other areas of plant operation and maintenance.

· Ongoing training will be required as necessitated by developments in water treatment and to maintain certifications.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

· Duties are performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

· Required to work in awkward conditions, crawl, bend, climb, exposed to common water treatment plant chemicals and move from one location to another, both indoors and out.

· Must be able to constantly monitor changes in water and equipment conditions and take immediate action.

· Travel is limited.

Application Process

For external job posting: Applicants should complete an employment application online located at https://www.bvua.com/prospective-employees

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test, and background check.

BVU Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Class 1 Water Plant Operator License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $26