Systems Operator

HRSD Talent Management West Point, VA Full-time Maintenance

Posted on September 7, 2023

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West Point, VA,Middle Peninsula, Surry and Eastern Shore

This position has been classified as hard to fill. New hires for this position will receive a $2,000 hiring bonus (paid in two installments, $1,000 in the first paycheck and $1,000 in the paycheck following successful completion of the six-month probationary period. The bonus will be subject to appropriate taxes. New hires will also receive 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) in their leave bank on their first check.

If referred by an HRSD employee for a hard to fill position, please ensure you list the employee’s name when applying so the employee will be eligible to receive a referral bonus after successful completion of the new employee’s probationary period.

HRSD’s   apprenticeship  programs  are   a  combination   of  on-the-job  training   and  related  classroom   instruction. All  can  be   completed   in  three  or   four   years.
You   must   be  willing  to   work   your  scheduled  shift   and  attend   class  at   least  two   nights  per   week.
A   Math   Skills  Assessment  Test   is  required   prior   to  entry   into  HRSD's  Apprenticeship Program

Brief Description:

Under broad guidance, the Systems Operator is responsible for:

Operating, maintaining, controlling, and repairing sewage treatment facilities under general supervision. Supervising assistants in the servicing and repair of sewer mains & appurtenances; servicing and maintaining pumping stations; performing involved and difficult maintenance and repair on collection system force mains, gravity mains and pump stations. Performing other assignments as required. This position works under the direction of the Lead Operators or Systems Foreman's

Job Description:

Education

Required

High school diploma or GED and completion of HRSD’s Apprenticeship program for this trade, or equivalent, as determined by HRSD’s Apprenticeship Committee.

b. Experience

1. Required

Completion of the On-The-Job-Training portion of HRSD's Apprenticeship program and four years of experience, or approved equivalent as determined by HRSD’s Apprenticeship Committee.

2. Desired

Experience in construction/repair of sewer lines; operation and maintenance of wastewater collections systems and pump stations; experience in general construction trades, including concrete work, carpentry, earth work, construction, welding and steel work; familiarity with and ability to operate heavy construction equipment, to include supervisory skills.

c. Training Levels

This position is fully qualified at Grade 5, with experience and education as noted above, a Virginia Class I Wastewater Works Operator's License. (Must be obtained within 8 years of appointment to position) and a Class A CDL (Must be obtained within 2 years of appointment to position). Plant Operators must consistently test for and successfully attain the appropriate level of wastewater license. Failure to progress through the training level, to obtain appropriate level licenses, or to obtain a Class I license within eight years will result in removal from the position and administrative separation from HRSD.

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 24 trade related apprenticeship courses, 75% 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 16 trade related apprenticeship courses, 50% of on-the-job training skills, AND a Virginia Class 3 Wastewater Operator License

Grade 5c Virginia Class 3 Wastewater Operator License OR Completion of 8 trade related apprenticeship courses, 25% of on-the-job training skills

Grade 5d No experience required

d. Special Licenses

1. Required

a) Virginia Class I Wastewater Works Operator License (Must be obtained within 8 years of appointment to position)

b) Valid Driver’s License from state of residence.

c) Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License from state of residence (Must be obtained within 2 years of appointment to position)

2. Desired

Valid Class A CDL or Class A CDL Permit from state of residence

HRSD is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. HRSD does not discriminate against individuals in employment on the basis of race, sex, including sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, engaging in protected activity or any additional protected characteristics recognized by federal, state and local law.

HRSD is a Drug Free Workplace.

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