DescriptionOperations Support Specialist TraineeTreatment Process DivisionOperations Support (5354) Grade 21 | $40,686.39- $67,869.66*Close: Until Filled*DOE-Starting salary will be between minimum and midpoint in the range.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONThe 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 Operations Support Specialist Trainee performs skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of high pressure jetter and industrial vactor equipment, operations of portable diesel pumps and routine maintenance tasks, Operates heavy equipment and places lime solids and cover at the landfill; Works under the immediate guidance of Operations Support Lead Technicians and reports to Operations Support Manager and Assistant Manager; does related work as required.Examples of Work (Illustrative Only):
- Operates, maintains, repairs and installs mechanical equipment including large industrial vacuum trucks and high pressure washers;
- Installs portable pumps;
- Perform work on sewage and chemical pumps and lines;
- Uses fire hoses to remove debris from dewatered basins;
- Inspection and replacement of odor control carbon
- Learns to operate backhoe, tractors and dump trucks, high pressure jetter operations, large industrial vacuum truck;
- Assists in removal of debris and scale from tanks, pipes and other areas and confined spaces. Performs dewatering, debris removal, and maintenance of wet wells, force mains, clarifiers, emergency retention ponds (ERPs), storm water ponds, buildings and equipment;
- Uses heavy equipment to build lifts for placement of lime solids Landfill;
- Performs video-camera inspection of concealed facilities and pipelines;
- Responds to adverse weather and other emergencies; clears snow and ice then treats roads and walkways to prevent buildup of snow and ice; ensures safe ingress/egress of all buildings and areas for which the section is responsible.
- Performs work in confined spaces as requested; must meet all confined space entry requirements;
- Degreases and flushing pipes, pumps and other surfaces;
- Assists in repair and maintenance of manholes, motors and machinery;
- maintenance of tractors, trailers and other heavy equipment;
- Installs portable electric pumps and large diesel pumps, dewatering pumps, and related hose assemblies;
- Descales piping and carbon furnace screens using inhibited acid for these jobs in a safe manner;
- Backflushes and degreases plugged pipelines and equipment;
- Operates a forklift to move supplies, 55-gallon drums, hoppers, and other similar items.
RequirementsAcceptable Education, Training & Experience:Completion of high school or GED is required. Experience or aptitude in mobile, vehicular, and industrial mechanical equipment operation and maintenance is required. Introductory knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, and materials used in the operation and maintenance work in sewage treatment facilities, mobile and motor vehicle equipment and pumping stations; good knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to mechanical maintenance and repair work; skill in the use and care of tools and equipment necessary to perform required mechanical repair tasks; ability to interpret and work from blueprints and penciled diagrams. Sufficient color perception to distinguish colors Must be able to handle physical requirements of position to include extensive walking, bending, stooping, climbing of stairs and ladders, and lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds.Additional Requirements:Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Virginia vehicle operator's license is required. Is required to be on call when scheduled and may be declared essential personnel. The ability to secure a Commercial Driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.The vacancy notice does not imply that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed in the position.*DOE-Starting salary will be between minimum and midpoint in the range.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.Once logged into your profile, click on Find Jobs in the upper left-hand corner of the screen, followed by Search for Jobs. Review the vacancy and apply for the position.UOSA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity. EOE/M/V/F/D/SO