Primary Role
Direct the day-to-day management, development and operations of the facilities and personnel of the Company engaged in the functional area of wastewater operations.
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Primary Role
Working alone or as a member of a team, and under the guidance of a Lead Operator or Supervisor, provides for the safe operation of water or wastewater facilities in an assigned area(s) in such a manner as to support a supervisor or other Operators in complying with the requirements to supply quality water treatment, distributing wastewater treatment and collection, as established by the company and governmental regulatory agencies. Provides guidance and training to Operator and, as necessary, to less senior Operators and Plant Utility Worker assigned as members of the team.
Chesterfield County Department of Utilities is currently seeking applicants for a Principal Engineer position.
The Augusta County Service Authority is seeking applicants for the position of Wastewater Operator Trainee at the Middle River Treatment Plant
FAIRFAX WATER invites applications for the position of Junior Operator located in Lorton, VA
The City of Newport News is seeking applicants for the position of Utility Crew Supervisor - Distribution
The Town of Leesburg is seeking applicants for the position of Water Meter Operations Supervisor
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Principal Plant Operator to be responsible for a 12-hour shift operation of a high-rate water treatment plant.
Fairfax Water is seeking a Manager, Procurement to manage all procurement functions, including purchasing, contracting for goods and services (including professional services and construction), negotiations, and material/warehouse management. This position reports to the Director, Finance.
This Utilities Engineer position reports to the Development Section of the Department of Utilities. The Development Team is responsible for the oversight of all land development proposals and the orderly expansion of the county water and wastewater systems. This occurs through these development projects, master planning, and the department's capital projects.
The Corix team has an opportunity for a Field Tech I with the Colchester Public Service Corporation based in Lorton, VA.
The Corix team has an opportunity for a Water-Wastewater Operator II with the Colchester Public Service Corporation based in Lorton, VA.
The City of Newport News is currently seeking applicants for the positions of Engineer I,II, and III in the Waterworks Department
The City of Newport News is currently seeking applicants for the position of Utility Crew Supervisor - Distribution in the Waterworks Department
The City of Newport News is currently seeking applicants for the position of Training Coordinator in the Waterworks Department
Loudoun Water, a public water and sewer utility, has an immediate opening for a Wastewater Operator at the Broad Run Water Reclamation Facility (BRWRF) located in Ashburn, VA.
The Bedford Regional Water Authority is seeking applicants for the position of Design Supervisor
Chesterfield County Government is seeking an Administrative Secretary perform a variety of administrative support duties for the Wastewater Treatment Section of the Utilities Department
As the Utilities Capital Project Accountant in the Finance and Administrations Division of the Department of Utilities, you will be joining a highly dynamic and results oriented Finance team. The goal of the accounting team is to ensure the financial integrity of the department for our utility customers. You will be a key resource providing supporting responsibilities for year-end audits, fiscal year budgets, ten-year cash flow projections, capital improvement program, and rate modelling.
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Utility Worker I to install and repair water lines, services, meters, hydrants, and other associated maintenance equipment; pavement restoration; use of power hand tools, shovels, picks and other associated materials and equipment; complete work orders. Perform other work as required.
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Principal Plant Operator to focus on plant maintenance at one of Chesterfield County’s wastewater treatment plants.
The City of Newport News is seeking applicants for the position of Engineering Supervisor - Linear Assets
The Augusta County Service Authority is seeking a Laboratory Technician
Performs routine technical work in daily operations/maintenance of water treatment equipment and processes. Operates SCADA system to monitor/control water plant/ system functions. Makes rounds of plant, checking for proper operation of processes. Measures chemical feed rate and calculates dosages. Checks/calibrates process instrumentation. Operates pumps/valves/sluice gates. Performs accuracy tests/leak surveys/valve locations. Interprets maps/drawings/schematics. Checks/lubricates and repairs pumps/aerators/air compressors/emergency generators/other plant equipment. Assists in water quality lab making routine physical/chemical tests. Maintain logs. Cleans, paints and performs other general maintenance duties. Is the responsible operator in charge of assigned shift in absence of Water Operations Supervisor. Graduation from high school/ GED equivalent with one (1) or more years related experience in mechanical maintenance work. Class I Water license from the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation for Waterworks and Wastewater Works required.
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Utilities Operating Accountant to perform work of considerable difficulty in ensuring all the financial transactions of the Utilities Department are properly accounted for and recorded in the County’s general ledger system.
The Town of Leesburg is seeking an entry-level or journey-level Wastewater Plant Operator within its Water Pollution Control Division (WPCD) for the Department of Utilities. The WPCD is responsible for the safe and efficient treatment of wastewater generated within the Leesburg service area and the subsequent stabilization and disposal of the solid wastes produced to ensure the protection of public health and the environment.
The City of Newport News is seeking a Master Welder -All Levels Waterworks Department
The City of Newport News is seeking a Residuals Facility Operator
Loudoun Water has an opening for a Manager of the Pretreatment Program in the Water Reclamation Department. This position will be responsible for managing and developing the Pretreatment Program to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Loudoun Water sanitary sewer collection system and wastewater treatment plants. Experience with pretreatment regulations and operation of wastewater treatment facilities is preferred.
Loudoun Water, a public water and sewer utility located in Ashburn, Virginia, has an immediate opening for a Utility Protection Technician. The successful candidate will assist in protection of Loudoun Water facilities and preventing damages and/or infringement on or near Loudoun Water facilities through location of Loudoun Water, water and sewer lines. The ability to read plans and technical drawings is desirable.
Performs work managing the Water Operations Department and overseeing operations of water systems operated by the Authority. This is a supervisory position that involves a variety of administrative and support functions related to the operations of the water facilities. This position is also responsible for developing, maintaining, and documenting procedures and managing workload assignments for the department. This position reports to the Director of Operations.
The Western Virginia Water Authority is seeking a Civil Engineer
The Western Virginia Water Authority is seeking a Engineering/GIS Technician
The Western Virginia Water Authority is currently seeking a Hydraulic Modeling Engineer
The City of Newport News is seeking a Waterworks Emergency Response Inspector
Loudoun Water is seeking an HVAC Technician in the Plant Maintenance Department
Loudoun Water has an opening for a Plant Engineer for the Broad Run Water Reclamation Facility in the Water Reclamation Department. Loudoun Water is open to considering applicants at either the Engineer or Senior Engineer level.
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Principal Plant Operator to perform maintenance repairs on all plant equipment to include adjustments, repairs, and part replacements as directed. Responsible, as needed, to work twelve hours shifts as a potable water treatment plant operator of a high-rate conventional water treatment plant. Includes operation and maintenance of mechanical/chemical/hydraulic systems, calibration of chemical feeders/turbidimeters, analytical testing of water, sample collection, and handling of chemicals. Computer skills are needed to compile/collect plant data and to operate a computerized SCADA system. On occasion will need to handle 550-pound drums. Performs other work as required.
The Corix team has an opportunity for a Lead Water-Wastewater Treatment Operator with the Colchester Public Service Corporation based in Lorton, VA.
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Utility Locator to under general supervision, perform work of routine difficulty in locating underground water and wastewater lines to prevent damage to underground facilities during excavations. Perform other work as required.
The Town of Crewe is seeking a Class IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator or Trainee
The Town of Crewe is seeking a Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator
The Town of Crewe is seeking a Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Virginia American Water is seeking a Senior Manager for Field Operations
Chesterfield County’s Utilities Department is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate rubber tire backhoes and excavators to dig excavations around waterlines; perform maintenance and repairs; operate other construction equipment and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to waterline maintenance and repair. Perform other work as required.
Loudoun Water is currently seeking a Facilities Inspector for Capital Construction
Corix's Massanutten Public Service Corporation in McGaheysville, VA is seeking a Lead Water - Wastewater Treatment Operator
Loudoun Water is seeking a Community Systems Plant Operator who will be responsible for operating and maintaining water, wastewater, and on-site treatment facilities along with their associated distribution and collection systems. This will include being the site lead for assigned facilities.
The Town of Leesburg is seeking a journey-level Utility Plant Operator within its Water Supply Division for the Department of Utilities. The Water Supply Division is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Town’s Kenneth B. Rollins Water Treatment Plant (WTP), one well, five water storage tanks, and four water booster stations.
The Town of Leesburg is seeking a Utility Plant Operator Trainee within its Water Supply Division for the Department of Utilities. The Water Supply Division is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Town’s Kenneth B. Rollins Water Treatment Plant (WTP), one well, five water storage tanks, and four water booster stations.
Spotsylvania County Utilities is seeking applicants for the position of Hydraulic Modeling and System Analyst
Spotsylvania County Utilities is seeking applicants for the position of Division Director for Engineering Operations
The Town of Rocky Mount, VA is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
The Town of Rocky Mount is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Entry-Level Operator/Trainee.
The Operator-in-Training will assist in ensuring the facility is operational and meets permit requirements by performing routine operational tasks including skilled and technical work on water treatment plant equipment and facilities alongside the Plant Operator and under direct supervision of a Class I licensed Shift Supervisor.
We are seeking a Community Systems Plant Operator Apprentice who will assist with operating and maintaining water, wastewater, and on-site treatment facilities along with their associated distribution and collection systems.
Loudoun Water located in Ashburn VA, has an immediate opening for a Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician.
Procurement Technician Loudoun Water has an immediate opening for a Procurement Technician who will be responsible for providing procurement expertise on all matters relating to the procurement of goods, services (both professional and non-professional), construction, and insurance for Loudoun Water in accordance with applicable federal, state, local laws, and Loudoun Water policies and procedures. Work involves extensive public contact and requires the exercise of considerable judgment, initiative, and discretion.
Loudoun Water has immediate openings for Project Managers in its Capital Programs department. The Capital Programs department is instrumental to the delivery of Loudoun Water’s Capital Improvement Program. The Project Managers will be responsible for design and construction administration of a variety of water, wastewater, and reclaimed water projects.
Loudoun Water has an immediate opening for a Planning Engineer in the Planning and Water Resources Department. The Planning Engineer will be responsible for supporting the development of a variety of planning studies for our drinking water, wastewater, water reuse, and community systems programs. Experience with hydraulic modeling of water and wastewater systems is highly desirable as well as relevant experience in utility master planning for water distribution and wastewater collection, planning studies, and data analysis related to water supply and water resources. Responsibilities include technical oversight and project management.
We are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented Instrumentation / Control System Technician with problem-solving skills to install, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair or replace a wide variety of industrial control system equipment including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFD’s), Supervisory, Control, and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, process sensors, and other electronic equipment related to the water industry. ISA CCST certification is highly desired.
With a strong, diverse, and exciting backlog of municipal engineering assignments, RK&K is looking for a self-motivated and highly collaborative Project Manager, P.E. to lead a variety of municipal water/wastewater infrastructure projects involving feasibility studies, engineering design, preparation of construction documents, and construction management. As a Project Manager in our Water/Wastewater group, you will have an opportunity to deliver complex and rewarding projects while marketing municipal clients in the Hampton Roads and Mid-Atlantic regions from our practice in Newport News or Virginia Beach, VA.
RK&K has an immediate and exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA, and help implement cutting-edge technology advancements in municipal and commercial utility systems. As an Electrical Engineer at RK&K you will support the evaluation, design, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation and control systems for water and wastewater transmission/conveyance, storage and treatment, natural gas transmission, and related facilities.
The Town of Leesburg is looking for a Laboratory Technician for the Water Pollution Control Division
To collect water and wastewater samples and perform precise analyses on the samples, prepare proper and legible records, maintain equipment and supplies, and operate the laboratory in a safe, clean, and efficient manner.