Utility Plant Operator

Cleveland County Water (CCW) is currently seeking qualified applicants for the full-time, on-site position of Utility Plant Operator I, II, or III, dependent on qualifications. This role performs technical work in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plan.

Responsibilities Include:

• Collect water samples and perform standard tests and lab analysis; make adjustments as needed
• Regular inspections of water plant and equipment to ascertain that it is always in proper operation
• Change plant processes as necessary to improve plant efficiency
• Prepare reports and other types of correspondence
• Read meters, gauges, and dials and keeps logs of readings
• Perform troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance on equipment
• Drains and washes out sediment basins
• Other related work as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation with a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Some knowledge or thorough knowledge (dependent upon level hired) of the methods and procedures involved in the operating characteristics and maintenance principles pertinent to water treatment plant operations
• Knowledge of hydraulic, chemical, and mechanical principles pertinent to water treatment plant operations
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of the necessary safety precautions
• Knowledge of and ability to operate standard office equipment and associated software; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina

Special Requirements: 

• Plant Operator III: Possession of a NC Grade A Surface Water Treatment Certification upon hire.  Ability to obtain a NC Physical/Chemical certification
• Plant Operator II: Possession of a NC Grade B Surface Water Treatment Certification upon hire. Ability to obtain a NC Bacteriological certification
• Plant Operator I: Required to obtain a Grade C Surface Water Treatment certification within 18 months of hire date

Cleveland County Water is a Sanitary District located in Cleveland County, NC. CCW serves a public water supply to a population of 60,000 and has over 22,000 active accounts. 

CCW offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including but not limited to health, dental & vision insurance, 401K contribution, local government retirement system participation, and longevity pay. 

All interested applicants must complete and return a CCW application which can be obtained from our website at www.clevelandcountywater.com.

Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed as follows:

Cleveland County Water, Attn: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 8, Shelby, NC 28151