Treatment Plant Operator: Coffeewood Treatment Plant

Title: Treatment Plant Operator:
Coffeewood Treatment Plant #01320

State Role

Title:

Utility Plant Specialist II

Hiring Range: $42,786.00 - $66,746.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:Coffeewood Correctional Center

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Responsible for the operation, maintenance, laboratory analysis & documentation at the water plants. To ensure safe potable water is provided to all consumers and meets all Federal and State guidelines. This role is essential to protecting the health and safety of staff and residents, safeguarding the environment, and ensuring continuity of facility operations through proper system monitoring, maintenance, laboratory analysis, and accurate documentation.

This is an essential position.

Minimum Qualifications

General knowledge of the overall operation of water treatment plants, and associated control regulations. Valid driver's license. High School diploma or equivalent.
The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities, including conducting required laboratory analyses and maintaining accurate documentation. The position ensures the delivery of safe, potable water complies with applicable Federal and State regulatory standards. Candidates should have general knowledge of water treatment plant operations and related control regulations, as well as experience operating mechanical equipment, performing routine adjustments, and completing minor repairs.

The role requires the ability to conduct, interpret, and document laboratory tests accurately, follow safety practices, and maintain detailed operational records and reports. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a plant operations environment are essential.

Additional Considerations

Skills in use of applicable mechanical equipment and ability to make adjustments and minor repairs as required. Ability to perform, interpret, and document required laboratory testing. Skills in use of applicable mechanical equipment and ability to make adjustments and minor repairs as required. Ability to perform, interpret, and document required laboratory testing.
Experience working in a correctional or institutional environment, familiarity with automated or SCADA-controlled treatment systems, and additional training or certification beyond the minimum licensing requirements. Candidates who demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, the ability to troubleshoot mechanical or process issues, and a history of reliable shift work may be especially suited for this role. Experience with preventative maintenance programs, environmental compliance reporting, or advanced laboratory testing techniques is also beneficial.