Utility Operator; CD- Doswell WTP Div

Position: Utility Operator (CD)- Doswell WTP Div 3
Salary: $38,903.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location : Water Plant, Doswell, VA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Utilities - Doswell WTP Plant
Opening Date: 03/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description

General Description:

This is a technical position. The incumbent operates one of the County's water plants, wastewater plants or water distribution system.
Organization:
The Utility Operator position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program (CD). The Utility Operator has four (4) levels:
Operator-in-Training, Apprentice, Journeyman or Master. The CD requires that an employee obtain a Class II Operator License within 5.5 years of hire. The incumbent reports to the Utility Superintendent and supervises no staff.

Essential Functions:

Duties will vary at each level of the career ladder. In addition to the list below, the duties will be consistent with the type of facility in which they work.

• Conducts laboratory analysis.

• Monitors plant or system processes and makes adjustments as necessary.

• Maintains operational and maintenance records.

• Assists with regulatory reporting.

• Collects samples for analysis.

• Keeps plant and work environment clean.

• Assists maintenance personnel as needed.

• Master Operators will function in a lead position and will be required to
assist the Superintendent with a variety of administrative functions/special
projects and stands-in during Superintendent's absence.

• Other operational duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

A. Hazards

• May be exposed to chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, vibration, repetitiveness,

wastewater

B. Environment

• Office

• Field - Laboratory, industrial plant, outdoors in all weather conditions

C. Physical Effort

• Occasional lifting of objects upto 50 lbs. and routine walking up and down
a 32 ft. high stairway

D. Non-exempt

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Varies with CD level. Knowledge of water or wastewater and abilities, required. Knowledge and skills sufficient to meet CD requirements (e.g. certification, in-house promotion Board etc.).
Education, Experience and Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Post high school training consistent with job demands, preferred. Must achieve Class IV to Class I license depending on CD level. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.
Special

Conditions:

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting

• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License

• Shift Work

• Water or Wastewater License issued by the State of Virginia

• Pre-employment Physical Examination/Drug Test and repeated in
accordance to policy thereafter

• Twelve-month probationary period

• Essential staff designation

• Must wear uniform, including safety equipment

• This position is subject to being on routine on-call.
Revision Date:
February 2013

Supplemental Information

Utility Operator 1 (CD)
-In Training starting salary $38,903
Utility Operator 2 (CD)-Apprentice starting salary $45,906
Utility Operator 3 (CD)- Journeyman starting salary $54,169
Utility Operator 4 (CD)- Master starting salary $63,919
SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Hanover County is proud to provide our employees with the following comprehensive benefits package. Hanover provides a benefit package that provides for you in times of need, they offer an ongoing level of financial security, peace-of-mind, and healthy work-life balance. This is part of our goal to make Hanover County an attractive place to work. To see exactly what you will find with our offerings, click the link below:
Benefits | Hanover County, VAThis is an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail. The Pamunkey Regional Jail and Library share some of the County benefits, please visit their website for more details.
01

Can you work a schedule that involves 12 hour rotating shifts that includes: days, nights, weekends, and holidays?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a State of Virginia issued water, wastewater operator's license?

• Not Licensed
• Class I
• Class 2
• Class 3
• Class 4
• Class 5 or lower
• Licen…