Posted on Mar 03, 2023
This position involves entry-level technical work in the Utilities Department in the operation and maintenance and cleaning of the water purification or wastewater treatment plant and related facilities and equipment. Work involves reading and recording gauges, instruments, and meters; regulating valves; drawing samples; maintaining accurate records; performing tests; and maintaining plant facilities, equipment and grounds under close supervision with an experienced operator. 
 
Regular Full-Time
Department of Utilities
$50,000 - $81,495 DOQ
Open Until Filled
 
Required Qualifications:
-HS/GED
-Ability to obtain a Class IV Water Works Operator License for Water Supply or Class IV Wastewater Operator License for Water Pollution Control within 18 months
- Ability to obtain a Class III Water Works Operators License for Water Supply or Class III
Wastewater Operator License for Water Pollution Control within 3.5 years of date of hire.
-Possession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record
- Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment
· Knowledge in MS Suite applications and computer program applications appropriate to the position.
· Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekends and holidays)
 
Preferred Qualifications:
-Class IV License Water Works Operator License or Class IV Wastewater Operator License issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR)
-Water or environmental laboratory experience.
-Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements and a safe driving record – (Water Pollution Control only).
 
TO APPLY: A Town of Leesburg online application for employment is required for each position. Please go to www.leesburgva.gov/jobs to apply online. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental only. EOE/ADA.
 
 
Do you want to apply your expertise for a cause you can feel good about? Do you want to work for an organization that wants you to grow with it and offers tuition reimbursement, certification training, and a chance to learn about multiple industries? Come work for the Town of Leesburg, hometown of the 21st century! Located 35 miles west of the nation's capital in the heart of DC's Wine Country, you'll enjoy a vibrant and authentic community with "big city" amenities. The Town of Leesburg strongly encourages innovation, promotes career development, and offers excellent benefits to employees. Benefits include membership to the Town's full-service recreation center, enrollment into the Virginia Retirement System, excellent healthcare insurance, and other fringe benefits.
  
 Who We're Looking For
 If you identify with the following descriptions, then you may be perfect for the Town of Leesburg:
 
  • Creative problem solver
  • Proactive self-starter
  • Life-long learner
  • Strong team player
  • Passionate about excellent customer service
  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Effective communicator
  • Desire to impart knowledge to others
  • "Early adopter" of new technologies
 
The Utilities Department is a hard working team of friendly professionals who strive together to exceed excellence! The Water Pollution Control Division (WPCD) is responsible for the safe and efficient treatment of wastewater generated within the Leesburg service area and the subsequent stabilization and disposal of the solid wastes produced to ensure the protection of public health and the environment.  

 
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