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Augusta County Service Authority is accepting applications for a full-time Water Plant Operator Trainee. The Water Plant Operator Trainee performs routine tasks, tests, and applies judgment based upon training and defined operations and maintenance practices related to the processing of water at treatment facilities and/or pump stations. Operates domestic water treatment systems including chemical, and physical processes. Conducts inspections of facility; observes process control parameters via SCADA, various instrumentation screens, and results of laboratory analyses, and anticipates and plans for flow changes and treatment system adjustments. Responds to all alarms, failures, and process needs occurring at any water facility. Read meters and gauges, enters data in operational logs and computer spreadsheets, and completes other records and reports. Perform general housekeeping and other building and grounds tasks as assigned. Must be willing to work a rotating shift including weekends and holidays. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver License. Must possess a valid Class B Virginia Commercial Driver License with H and N endorsements or be able to acquire the same within 6-12 months of employment. Must obtain a minimum Class 4 license within 18 months of employment as a condition of successful job performance and continued employment.
The Town of Farmville is accepting applications for a full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee. Current licensed operators are also encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record, technical and mathematical understanding, and a willingness to progress and secure an appropriate Operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
This position involves advanced technical and supervisory work in the Utilities Department in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and equipment. Work involves responsibility for scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing work, coordinating training, conducting performance evaluations, monitoring employee performance, and overseeing the operation of the plant and plant laboratory.
The water plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires operators to work 12 hour shifts which rotate from day to night on a weekly cycle. Operators work approximately 14 days per month. Please note that this position has State water licensing requirements that begin within 24 months of hiring date. In-house training opportunities are available to help meet this requirement.
- service pumps, valves, motors, controls, and other plant equipment.
- Monitor treatment processes.
- Perform required laboratory tests, analyses, inspect and wash filters, tanks, and screens.
- Maintain logs of operational controls and maintenance.
The Utilities Engineer will serve within the development section as project manager for proposals pertaining to the expansion, development, and planning of the county’s public water and wastewater systems
- You will work as part of a project team to review the impacts of proposed development on the existing water and wastewater systems
- Review site and subdivision construction plans, zoning requests, and other community development applications for compliance with county, state, and federal requirements
- Evaluate water distribution and wastewater collection systems using computer hydraulic models, field data, and standard engineering practices
- Prepare and review reports, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and contracts
- Interact with the public and collaborate with other agencies, consulting firms, and internal/external customers
- Host or attend meetings and presentations with diverse groups of internal and external customers pertaining to the expansion of the public water and wastewater systems; perform other work as required.