Western Virginia Water Authority

Water Operator Trainee - Water Operator I

Roanoke, VA

Full-time

$33,280-$33,280

About This Job

JOB POSITION: WATER OPERATOR I

SUMMARY OF JOB

Performs routine technical work in daily operations and maintenance of water treatment equipment and processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned or scheduled.

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Oversees and directs work of assigned employees when necessary.

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Identifies and reports work progress of assigned employee to responsible supervisor/manager.

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Reports problems and conflicts to supervisor immediately or as soon as possible.

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Operates and maintains water production and distribution system.

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Operates SCADA system to monitor and control water plant and system functions

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Makes periodic rounds of plant, checking for proper operation of processes.

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Measures chemical feed rate and calculates dosages.

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Checks and calibrates process instrumentation.

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Operates pumps, valves and sluice gates.

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Performs accuracy tests, leak surveys and valve locations.

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Interprets maps, drawings and schematics.

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Performs line locations and repairs leaks.

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Operates a variety of equipment such as leak detectors, pipe and metal detectors.

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Assists in water quality lab.

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Performs routine vehicle maintenance.

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Makes routine physical and chemical tests of water samples

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Keeps accurate records of test results relating to water operations

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Maintains logs of plant operations

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Cleans, paints and otherwise repairs the general physical properties of the facilities

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Checks, lubricates and repairs pumps, aerators, air compressors, emergency generators and other plant equipment.

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Subject to twenty-four (24) hour call and works varied shifts as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees the work of assigned employees when necessary. Assists responsible supervisor in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Ability to oversee assigned work of other personnel in assigned area.

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Ability to review and recommend improvements in processes and procedures for assigned area.

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Ability to think logically and comprehend data.

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Ability to work with minimal supervision.

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Ability to work safely and obey all safety rules.

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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.

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Ability to respond to inquiries from employees and customers orally or in writing as necessary.

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Ability to represent assigned area in meetings attended.

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Ability to identify problems and/or conflict and seek management assistance in dealing with problems and/or conflicts.

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Ability to analyze and solve technical and administrative problems.

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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and procedure manuals.

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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, oral or diagram form.

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Ability to write reports, correspondences and procedure manuals in a clear concise manner.

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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other Water Authority departments and the general public.

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Ability to work alone or in a team environment.

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Must possess and maintain a good work ethic with a strong emphasis on good attendance, reporting to work on time, completing job assignments in a timely

manner, maintaining a good work attitude, performing all job duties as assigned and/or scheduled.

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General knowledge of chemistry and laboratory procedures, and ability to use laboratory equipment.

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Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of operation of a water treatment facility.

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Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

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Ability to keep records, prepare reports and schedule work.

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Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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Ability to pass a respirator fit test.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with five (5) or more years related experience and/or training in mechanical maintenance work or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

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Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment date. No more than six (6) demerit points on driving record if required to drive Water Authority vehicles.

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Must be in possession of a Class I license from the Virginia Department of

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Professional and Occupational Regulation for Waterworks and Wastewater

Works.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

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Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. If corrective lenses are noted on driver’s license, the lenses must be worn when operating Authority vehicles.

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Repetitive movement using equipment is involved.

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, balance or crawl.

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Employee must be able to stand for an extended amount of time at the jobsite.

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Employee must be physically able to walk several miles during the day.

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Employee must be physically able to regularly reach overhead.

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Employee must regularly lift, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds. Assistance is required on weight amounts above those

listed. Failure to do so could result in injury and denied Worker's Compensation benefits.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ENCOUNTERED IN THIS JOB

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Employee will be regularly exposure to moderate or high noise level, extreme outside weather conditions, uneven, steep, slippery terrain conditions, dusty conditions and wet and/or humid conditions.

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Employee will be subject to exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment operation.

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Employees will be subject to roadway hazards, i.e. traffic.

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Employee will be subject to outside hazards, i.e. poison ivy, bees, spiders, dirt, animals.

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Employee will be subject to confined areas, i.e. confined spaces, sewer manholes, water vaults, wastewater pits, and/or protected trenches.

GENERAL STATEMENT AND SELECTION GUIDELINES

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work assigned to in this job position. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties or tasks performed by personnel so classified.

The following will identify the selection guidelines for job placement:

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WVWA application

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Rating of education, experience, training and qualifications

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Reference checks

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Interview with WVWA management team

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Applicant must pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test

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A criminal background check and social security number verification will be performed. The results must match information provided by the applicant on the

WVWA application

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Job related test might be required and would be administered to all applicants applying for the position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.22 - $16.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Employee assistance program

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Flexible spending account

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Referral program

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Retirement plan

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Tuition reimbursement

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Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

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Roanoke, VA 24011 (Required)

Water Operator Trainee - Water Operator I

About This Job

JOB POSITION: WATER OPERATOR I

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

CERTIFICATE, LICENSE, REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Works.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

WORK ENVIRONMENT ENCOUNTERED IN THIS JOB

WVWA application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.22 - $16.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Ability to Commute:

Work Location: In person

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