Water Plant Operator II

Position Summary

The Water Plant Operator II performs intermediate technical work operating a water treatment plant, taking samples, reading gauges and charts, performing routine tests, preparing and maintaining records on plant operations, performing preventative maintenance on equipment within and around the plant, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Superintendent - Water.

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.

• Ensures all operational procedures are followed for water treatment in accordance with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and Environmental Protection Act (EPA).
• Reviews and enters data into the daily logs; checks and reviews data entry from junior operators; corrects any inconsistencies or errors; reviews the monthly operational report to VDH and makes sure there are no inconsistencies or errors.
• Fills, monitors and adjusts chemicals at each of the well buildings and at the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP).
• Monitors turbidities, pH and alkalinity at the water treatment plant and adjusts as necessary; ensures production remains within specified Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) parameters.
• Performs laboratory tests to analyze water quality from various sources.
• Repairs various pumps, valves, plumbing, electrical, and other plant-related systems as needed.
• Flushes hydrants near dead ends in the distribution system.
• Executes other job duties as necessary.

Education and Experience:

Required

• High School diploma or GED.
• Considerable experience in water treatment plant operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of Class II Waterworks Operator license in the Commonwealth of Virginia upon hire.
• Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
• Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment, and methods used in water treatment and pumping operations; thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water treatment plant; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with water plant operations and related activities and of necessary safety precautions; thorough knowledge of chemistry as applied to water treatment; skill in the use and care of hand tools; ability to adjust water pumps, chemical feed machines, and other water plant equipment; ability to detect flaws in the operation of equipment and to determine proper remedial measures; ability to take accurate readings and to keep routine records and reports; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, and the general public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,616.00 - $88,836.80 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person