Plant Operator

Work Schedule and Other Information

HRSD’s apprenticeship programs are acombination of on-the-job training and related classroom instruction. All canbe completed in three or four years. You must be willing to work yourscheduled shift and attend class during working hours. A Math Skills Assessment Test isrequired prior to entry into HRSD's Apprenticeship Program.

Brief Description

Under broad guidance, the Plant Operator is responsible for:

Operating and controlling all Sewage Treatment, Solids Handling, Sustainable Water Initiative for Tomorrow (SWIFT) and other ancillary facilities during work shift, completing HRSD’s Plant Operator Apprenticeship Program and performing various maintenance assignments as needed.

Detailed Description

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Job Requirements

Education

Required

High school diploma or GED and Completion of HRSD’s Plant Operator Apprenticeship Trade or equivalent as determined by HRSD’s Apprenticeship Committee

b.Experience

Required

Completion of the On-The-Job-Training skills portion of HRSD’s Apprenticeship program for this trade, or approved equivalent as determined by HRSD’s Apprenticeship Committee

c.Training Levels

This position is fully qualified at Grade 5 with completion of all relevant apprenticeship trade coursework, on-the-job training skills, and a Class 1 Wastewater Operator License. Plant Operators must regularly test for their Virginia Wastewater Works Operator License until they achieve the fully qualified level. Failure to progress through the training levels by obtaining appropriate licenses may result in progressive disciplinary action, up to and including removal from position. If a Class 1 license is not obtained within six years of appointment into the position, you may be administratively separated from employment.

For those persons not fully qualified, please refer to the established training and licensure requirements below:

Grade 5 Virginia Class 1 Wastewater Operator License, all relevant trade related apprenticeship courses, and 100% of on-the-job training skills

Grade 5a Virginia Class 1 Wastewater Operator License OR Completion of 22 trade related apprenticeship courses, 66% of on-the-job training skills, AND a Virginia Class 2 Wastewater Operator License

Grade 5b Virginia Class 2 Wastewater Operator License OR Completion of 12 trade related apprenticeship courses, 33% of on-the-job training skills AND a Virginia Class 3 Wastewater Operator License

Grade 5c No experience required

d.Special Licenses

1.Required

Virginia Class I Wastewater Works Operator License (Must be obtained within six years of appointment to position)

2.Desired

Valid Driver’s License from state of residence

Additional Details

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