Plant Operator II
Fairfax County, Lorton, VA, United States
$2,500 Signing Bonus*
Would you like to be part of the team that supports critical wastewater, infrastructure for the largest county in Virginia?
Our department (DPWES) seeks a plant operator ii to assist in monitoring equipment and/or treatment processes. This position:
Assists in corrective repairs and performs an ongoing preventative maintenance program of exercising and rotating various process equipment and machinery.
Works in a team environment, exchanging information with supervisor and co‑workers and communicating with the previous operator at the beginning of shift to determine problems and status of all equipment.
Operates plant equipment to ensure proper operating parameters and collects and composite samples for plant process testing and monitoring. Reads meters, gauges, and other instruments and records observations in operating log sheets and books.
Adjusts chemical feed rates, pump speeds, and other equipment to maintain optimum operating conditions, and accepts chemical deliveries in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
Makes frequent tours of his or her work area observing treatment systems, process equipment, and initiates required corrective actions when needed.
Performs tests for pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, settle‑ability of sludge, moisture content of sludge and other process control parameters.
Cleans process equipment, duty stations, and operating areas.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined‑benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life‑long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellness.
Benefits
Retirement
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education and one year of experience as an operator in a Class I wastewater facility or higher.
Certificates and Licenses Required
A valid driver’s license.
A Class III Wastewater Treatment Operator’s certification issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Appointees within this classification are subject to a criminal background check, driving record check and pre‑employment physical prior to employment.
Positions within this classification are considered essential to the maintenance and continuity of core county operations during the activation of an emergency or critical incident.
Work Environment
May be exposed to raw waste.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience in an industrial setting and/or wastewater treatment plant.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good mathematical skills.
Must be able to enter permitted confined spaces using an OSHA‑certified non‑entry retrieval system, which includes a safety harness with a weight restriction of 310 pounds.
Three years or more experience as a Plant Operator.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 to 75 lbs. in a safe manner. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs up and down 40 ft. Subject to working in adverse weather conditions, may be exposed to raw waste. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Selection Procedure: Panel interview and may include exercise.
Bonus Eligibility: Positions within this classification that are general merit may be eligible for a one‑time hiring incentive bonus for new county employees only. This bonus program requires a signed payback agreement between the department and employee.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home, including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander and other languages. We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
For inquiries, contact TTY 703‑222‑7314 or email DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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Would you like to be part of the team that supports critical wastewater, infrastructure for the largest county in Virginia?
Our department (DPWES) seeks a plant operator ii to assist in monitoring equipment and/or treatment processes. This position:
Assists in corrective repairs and performs an ongoing preventative maintenance program of exercising and rotating various process equipment and machinery.
Works in a team environment, exchanging information with supervisor and co‑workers and communicating with the previous operator at the beginning of shift to determine problems and status of all equipment.
Operates plant equipment to ensure proper operating parameters and collects and composite samples for plant process testing and monitoring. Reads meters, gauges, and other instruments and records observations in operating log sheets and books.
Adjusts chemical feed rates, pump speeds, and other equipment to maintain optimum operating conditions, and accepts chemical deliveries in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
Makes frequent tours of his or her work area observing treatment systems, process equipment, and initiates required corrective actions when needed.
Performs tests for pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, settle‑ability of sludge, moisture content of sludge and other process control parameters.
Cleans process equipment, duty stations, and operating areas.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined‑benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life‑long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellness.
Benefits
Retirement
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education and one year of experience as an operator in a Class I wastewater facility or higher.
Certificates and Licenses Required
A valid driver’s license.
A Class III Wastewater Treatment Operator’s certification issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Appointees within this classification are subject to a criminal background check, driving record check and pre‑employment physical prior to employment.
Positions within this classification are considered essential to the maintenance and continuity of core county operations during the activation of an emergency or critical incident.
Work Environment
May be exposed to raw waste.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience in an industrial setting and/or wastewater treatment plant.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good mathematical skills.
Must be able to enter permitted confined spaces using an OSHA‑certified non‑entry retrieval system, which includes a safety harness with a weight restriction of 310 pounds.
Three years or more experience as a Plant Operator.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 to 75 lbs. in a safe manner. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs up and down 40 ft. Subject to working in adverse weather conditions, may be exposed to raw waste. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Selection Procedure: Panel interview and may include exercise.
Bonus Eligibility: Positions within this classification that are general merit may be eligible for a one‑time hiring incentive bonus for new county employees only. This bonus program requires a signed payback agreement between the department and employee.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home, including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander and other languages. We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
For inquiries, contact TTY 703‑222‑7314 or email DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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