Utilities System Operator I, II, III, IV, or V

Job Status:

Open - open and accepting applications

The County of Fluvanna is recruiting to fill ONE full-time Utilities System Operator.

All classes of Utilities System Operator are open and accepting applications; only one position will be filled.

These positions are classified as Essential Personnel and may be called upon to work during weather closures and emergencies.

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position:

Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment associated with wastewater treatment plants, drinking water treatment plants, pumping stations, and piping systems.
Monitors the proper functioning of water/sewer pumps, motors, bar screens, chlorinators, filters, chemical feed systems, and other process equipment; makes adjustments as necessary to maintain proper flow quality of water/sewage. Reports problems to supervisor.
Adds, or adjusts feed rates of, chemicals to water/sewage as necessary; notes and records readings of meters and indicators.
Collects samples at designated points, performs chemical tests and records results; properly prepares samples, and delivers them to testing laboratories.
Performs routine plant monitoring and makes corrective adjustments to processes as needed; performs preventive maintenance on equipment and pumps; Prepares and maintains plant records.
As needed, supervises and instructs Utility System Operator Trainee(s) in the essential functions and tasks of a Utility System Operator.
Reads water meters; records consumption.
Repairs water and sewer lines as needed, often on a time-critical basis, after normal working hours and/or in inclement weather.
Performs basic grounds keeping and landscaping duties; maintains and cleans vehicles.
Attends and participates in Operator Training program(s), other training, and continuing education.
Performs related tasks and other duties as assigned.