Title: Treatment Plant Operator: Appalachian Treatment Plant #01328

State Role Title: Utility Plant Specialist II

Hiring Range: $41,339.00 - $64,489.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Appalachian CCAP

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility’s water and wastewater treatment systems. The Treatment Plant Operator supports the Appalachian CCAP by maintaining reliable production of potable water and effective wastewater treatment, in accordance with all Federal and State regulatory requirements. This role is essential to protecting the health and safety of staff and residents, safeguarding the environment, and ensuring continuity of facility operations through proper system monitoring, maintenance, laboratory analysis, and accurate documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

The Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including conducting required laboratory analyses and maintaining accurate documentation. The position ensures the delivery of safe, potable water and that all wastewater effluent complies with applicable Federal and State regulatory standards. Candidates should have general knowledge of water and wastewater treatment plant operations and related control regulations, as well as experience operating mechanical equipment, performing routine adjustments, and completing minor repairs. The role requires the ability to conduct, interpret, and document laboratory tests accurately, follow safety practices, and maintain detailed operational records and reports. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a plant operations environment are essential.

Additional Considerations

Experience working in a correctional or institutional environment, familiarity with automated or SCADA-controlled treatment systems, and additional training or certification beyond the minimum licensing requirements. Candidates who demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, the ability to troubleshoot mechanical or process issues, and a history of reliable shift work may be especially suited for this role. Experience with preventative maintenance programs, environmental compliance reporting, or advanced laboratory testing techniques is also beneficial.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-659-8424

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.