Job description

DS Operator Trainee | Grade 20.5 | $39,686.77-$66,202.17*

DS Operator III | Grade 21.5 | $41,711.19 - $69,579.15*

Close: Open Until Filled
* One position is available; to be filled based on the candidate’s qualifications.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Upper Occoquan Service Authority is a leader in water reclamation making a difference in the protection of the region’s waterways and the drinking water for the public. If you want to make a difference in protecting the environment and serving the residents and businesses of Northern Virginia, UOSA wants to talk to you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Delivery Systems Operator performs preventive and corrective maintenance tasks of Delivery Systems stations and wastewater lines; does related work as required. The incumbent will be exposed to a wastewater biological and chemical hazardous environment. Also responsible for the security and all operations for the Delivery Systems Section.

The DS Operator Trainee performs under immediate instruction/supervision of Delivery Systems Operators, as directed by the Delivery Systems Manager. An Operator Trainee gains on-the-job experience as tasks of increasing difficulty are assigned.

The DS Operator III is expected to use good judgment in operating and maintaining equipment. The work is performed in accordance with procedures outlined by the Delivery Systems Manager to whom unusual or emergency problems are referred, but employees in this class are expected to be competent to make basic repairs and adjustments to the equipment with detailed instruction while still gaining some on the job experience. Receives supervision from the Delivery Systems Manager and Delivery Systems Assistant Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

• DS Operator Trainee: o Completion of high school or GED is required. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. o Must have knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical equipment; skill in the use of power and hand tools; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; must possess mechanical aptitude. o Some experience as a mechanic's or electrician's helper desired.
• DS Operator III: o Completion of high school or GED is required. Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable. o Must have successfully completed the UOSA Delivery Systems Operator III test and is expected to use good judgment in operating and maintaining equipment. o Must have good knowledge of the operation of Delivery Systems equipment; pump station locations, force mains, interceptors and blueprints; good judgment; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; dependability; and mechanical aptitude. o Required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B license and an Endorsement N (permitting Operator to drive a tank vehicle) within six (6) months of hire or promotion into this position.
• Required to assist on-call operators during non-duty hours including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to handle the physical requirements of the position to include extensive walking, bending, stooping, climbing of stairs and ladders, and lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds.
• Possession of a vehicle operator's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.

*Starting salary will be between minimum and midpoint in the range.

The vacancy notice does not imply that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed in the position. Please request a full job description from the HR Department via email.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, physical exam, and background check paid for by UOSA.

In order to be fully considered for the position, all applicants must submit a complete online application along with an updated resume via the UOSA website: Uosa.org/Careers > Candidate Profile.

UOSA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity. EOE M/V/F/D SO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,686.77 - $69,579.15 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees and guest must wear masks, daily wellness checks, hand sanitizer provided, daily cleaning and sanitation. All new hires must have COVID-19 vaccination and show proof prior to start date.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• repairs and adjustments to the equipment: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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