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principal plant operator

COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD
Chesterfield, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

Job Title: Principal Plant Operator – Maintenance

Department: Utilities

Job Summary

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in the wastewater treatment industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing all maintenance aspects required to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain pumps, valves, compressors, and other equipment associated with wastewater treatment;
  • Clean process tanks, grit chambers, clarifiers, digesters;
  • Perform general plumbing repairs;
  • Conduct building maintenance;
  • Assist with housekeeping;
  • Relieve plant operators as needed;
  • Work outdoors when necessary;
  • Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • Three years of experience in wastewater treatment plant operations or maintenance field;
  • Commonwealth of Virginia Class I Wastewater Operator's License required for Principal Plant Operators; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Salary Information

The hiring range for this position is as follows:

  • $58,180-$98,906 for applicants with a Commonwealth of Virginia Class I Wastewater Operator's License;
  • $52,521-$89,285 for applicants with a Commonwealth of Virginia Class II Wastewater Operator's License;
  • $47,412-$80,600 for applicants with a Commonwealth of Virginia Class III Wastewater Operator's License or hold a bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, or engineering Science or related field and one year of related experience;
  • $42,800-$72,760 for non-licensed applicants will start as an Unlicensed Operator.

Benefits

Through the career development plan, Unlicensed Operators and operators with licenses lower than a Class I license will receive salary increases after passing higher license exams and establishing minimum tenure requirements. This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Current valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Salary : $42,800 - $72,760

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