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Class 1 Waterworks Operator

Washington County Service Authority
Abingdon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026

Virginia Class 1 Waterworks Operator DPOR License Required.

An Operator of the Drinking Water Plant (DWP) operates, maintains, and monitors water quality in the water distribution system and treatment facilities to ensure WCSA meets or exceeds quality standards and compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements. An Operator’s duties include the monitoring and control of the entire plant and remote facilities. Additional duties include, but are not limited to: performing laboratory quality-control analyses and record keeping. This position also involves minor and major repair work, routine preventative maintenance, and cleaning duties. An Operator is responsible for providing assistance to the Senior Operator on his shift.

An application can be found here:

https://wcsawater.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/WCSA-Employment-Application.pdf

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,466.00 - $68,587.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

  • Abingdon, VA 24211 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Abingdon, VA 24211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $49,466 - $68,587

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