Treatment Plant Operator: Haynesville Treatment Plant #01312

Title: Treatment Plant Operator:
Haynesville Treatment Plant #01312

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: Haynesville Correctional Ctr

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility’s water and wastewater treatment systems. The Treatment Plant Operator supports by maintaining reliable production of potable water and effective wastewater treatment, in accordance with all Federal and State regulatory requirements. 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.

General knowledge of the overall operation of water/wastewater treatment plants, and associated control regulations.
The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including conducting required laboratory analyses and maintaining accurate documentation. The position ensures the delivery of safe, potable water and that all wastewater effluent complies with applicable Federal and State regulatory standards. Candidates should have general knowledge of water and wastewater 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.

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.

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022
- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.