Utility Operator; CD- Doswell WTP Div

Utility Operator

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