Principal Plant Operator - Water Treatment (Night)

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 ($59,053 - $79,720). 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 ($43,442 - $58,645).
• 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 ($48,123 - $64,965).
• Senior Plant Operator: Hold a current Class II Commonwealth of Virginia Waterworks License ($53,309 - $71,966).
  
  

Trainees and licensees with lower than Class I license will receive salary increases after passing higher license exams. Knowledge of coagulation process troubleshooting and water treatment laboratory procedures preferred. Understanding of potable water treatment pumps, motors, controls, and mechanical/electrical skills desirable. Must possess good communication skills, be capable of functioning in a team, and be responsible to accomplish independent work. This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

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

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

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How many years of experience do you have as a Commonwealth of Virginia Class I Waterworks Operator? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 - 15 years
• More than 15 years
  
  

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How many years of experience do you have operating a conventional high rate water treatment plant? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 - 15 years
• More than 15 years
  
  

04

How many years of experience do you have submitting regulation compliance reports to state agencies? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 - 15 years
• More than 15 years
• Required Question