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UTILITY MANAGER NEEDED

Winchester Utilities, in Winchester, Tennessee, is accepting applications until April 5, 2010 for a General Manager. For information, visit www.WinchesterUtilities.com. EOE/AA
3/10/10 

General Manager

First Utility District of Knox County (FUD) is a progressive leader in providing water and wastewater services to its growing 31,000+ customer base. FUD is seeking qualified GM candidates to lead its dedicated team of professionals to further develop its system to meet/ exceed current and future customer demands.
This position reports directly to a board of three commissioners with responsibilities involving FUD’s 90+ employee base and the continued operational and fiscal soundness of the utility. The GM will assume full management responsibility for all engineering, capital improvement projects management, water and sewer systems, facilities development and maintenance, fleet management, and system administration.
Candidates must have a minimum of a four-year college degree with a proven track record in senior management that include P&L responsibility with emphasis in strategic planning, employee development, finance, and operations. Past work within a utility structure is a plus, but not required.
A competitive compensation and benefits package is available depending on experience.
E-mail resume to: lbutler@fudknox.org or
Mail resume to:
First Utility District of Knox County
Attn: Leea Butler
P.O. Box 22580
Knoxville, TN 37933
3/03/10

City of Clarksville
Chief Utility Engineer

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Chief Utility Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
REPORTS TO: General Manager
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY
Direct all civil engineering operations for Clarksville Gas and Water.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide engineering and project management services related to the design, maintenance and operation of the sewer collection system and treatment plant, water distribution system and treatment plant, and natural gas distribution system.
  • In responsible charge of the design and development of plans, specifications and contract documents of public works improvements including water, sewer and natural gas systems.
  • Supervise other professionals and office staff.
  • Perform engineering studies and prepare reports for the General Manager and others both internally and externally.
  • Prepare short and long range engineering plans for the operation, maintenance and development of infrastructure for the Gas & Water Department.
  • Review and approve developer plans to insure conformance with City and State standards and specifications, ordinances, regulations and laws relating to design and construction of water, sewer and natural gas systems.
  • Perform project management functions for contracts performed by outside engineering and surveying consultants and contractors working for the City.
  • Perform engineering analysis and computer modeling of water, sewer and natural gas systems.
  • Prepare and administer construction contracts and perform field inspections to insure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Assist contractors, consultants, developers and general public in requests for information and analysis of data on file in the Engineer's Office.
  • Work with survey crews and locators in gathering field data.
  • Handle complaints from public.
  • Contact private property owners to acquire public easements and rights-of-way.
  • Other duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Investigates water outages
  • Investigates sewer backups
  • Recommends remedial actions for outages and backups
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Graduation from a four-year ABET accredited college with degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
  • Must possess (or obtain within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid Professional Engineer’s (PE) license in the State of Tennessee.
  • Minimum 10 years experience as a Professional Engineer with a focus in municipal work and five years of management experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering particularly as applied to municipal public works.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of water distribution and treatment, wastewater collection and treatment and natural gas systems.
  • Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to public service utility operations.
  • Knowledge of modern developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering and municipal public works.
  • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the general public, developers, consultants, customers, and fellow workers.
  • Must have a valid Tennessee drivers license.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must be able to perform multiple tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and with a group.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees and the general public.
  • Ability to read and understand construction plans.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices relating to Public Utilities Maintenance.
Salary: Grade “V” $57,500 (Min) $73,626 (Mid) $89,752 (Max)
Applications accepted at Clarksville Montgomery County Career Center, 350 Pageant Lane, Suite 406, Clarksville TN. 37040 (931) 648-5530 EOE
3/03/10

CH2M HILL Water Operator Jobs

For decades, CH2M HILL has been a global leader in global leader in engineering, consulting, design, program management, construction and operations, working on the most challenging and impactful projects around the world. Through these challenging projects, we develop our people — who transform complex and creative ideas into reality, every day. Join us and together we can work to build a sustainable world. We support you to reach your greatest career goals through continued professional development, a positive work life balance and undeniably cool engineering projects. Join employee-owned CH2M HILL and discover why our diverse team has been consistently ranked as one of the leading employers and repeatedly recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For”.
CH2M HILL Water Operator Jobs – Fort Campbell, Kentucky
The challenge? Help save and protect the one and only earth we have. The Water Operator career path is your chance to become a member of our Operations team. As a Water Operator, you will be familiar with the principles and practices of water treatment plant operations, operating principles of valves, pumps and motors; principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical water analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in water treatment processes; understand principles of supervision and training as well as safety practices. You should be a self-motivated professional with a successful 3 to 9 year track record in Water Operations, have background in water treatment, and have a desire to grow personally as well as professionally with each Operations project.
Our Water Treatment Plant Lead Operators:
  • Operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge and effluent
  • Diagnose operating problems and perform necessary corrective actions during work shifts
  • Monitor gauges, meters and control panels
  • Observe variations in operating conditions
  • Meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements
  • Operate valves and gates either manually or by remote control
  • Collect samples and perform routine lab tests and analyses
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
  • Produce monthly and annual reports
  • Produce specialized reports
  • Work in the lab to analyze daily water quality samples
  • Keep current on all state regulations
  • Supervise operators
  • Assume duties of responsible operator in direct charge of the water treatment plant
Additional Information: This position will be onsite at Fort Campbell, KY.
Basic Qualifications
  • Grade 4 WTP Certification in State of TN.
  • Minimum three years of experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants including laboratory testing.
  • Able to use computers, good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel (spreadsheets).
At CH2M HILL, the greatest challenges provide the biggest rewards. Each day, your drive and creative ideas will be providing solutions that help build a better tomorrow. Whether it is the pride that comes with accomplishment, personal growth or making a difference in the world, you will discover true success in a career that brings out the best in you at CH2M HILL. Ready? Let’s get to work.
Developing People through Challenging Projects
CH2M HILL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, click here:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=434&siteid=47&Areq=32381BR&Codes=PFTAUD
2/19/10

Consolidated Utility District
Water Meters For Sale

FOR SALE – USED SENSUS SRII WATER METERS
Consolidated Utility District recently completed a meter change-out program and has approximately 3,000 used 5/8” x ¾” Sensus SRII meters which are still serviceable. Their average age is around 4 years. Prior to being scrapped, CUD is offering these meters for sale to other units of local government at $8.00 each. These used SRII meters present a viable alternative to a new meter for any utility that is seeking an economical solution for meter replacement. This offer is made available only to other government agencies and not to private individuals or corporations. For information, please contact Bill Dunnill, CUD, Murfreesboro, TN, at 615-278-6027.
1/22/10

Center Grove-Winchester Springs Utility District

Center Grove-Winchester Springs Utility District is looking for a part time licensed Grade III plant operator. Applications may be picked up at our office located at 40 Pleasant Grove Road 931-967-3939. If hired you must pass a drug test.

David N. Stafford Manager
CGWSUD
1/22/10

For Sale

Northeast Knox Utility District has the following items for sale:
  • (1) Enterra Chlor-Guard Chlorine gas detector, model 5152
  • (1) Emergency Kit B Model 6096 - never used
  • (1) Two ton Sterling Floor Scale - Model DW550
  • (2) Chlorinators - WT V800, 200 lbs/day with spare parts.
Please contact Greg Morgan if you are interested. Phone:865-687-5345 or email: greggmorgan@bellsouth.net
12/31/09

For Sale

.138 MGD Aqua-Aerobic Backwash Filter Package. Used at the WWTP from 2003 till 2008. The Package Unit is in complete working order with all manuals included. For more information contact the Spencer Utility Department at (931) 946-2351.
10/16/09

For Sale

1 Digital Leak Correlator (DigiCorr) and 1 set of 4 Digital Correlating Loggers (Zcorr) are for sale.
Both systems belong to an ex-Itron distributor, and are in brand new condition.
To view the announcement, please visit www.LeakageConsultants.com/forsale/forsale.pdf.
08/31/09

Etowah Utilities
Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Etowah Utilities is currently taking applications for a Licensed Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Responsibilities include, not limited to:
  • Oversight of the treatment plant operations and maintenance.
  • Maintains a safe and efficient operation of the wastewater treatment plant.
  • Must take required samples and maintains regulatory logs and records.
  • Performs routine plant maintenance as required.
  • Perform routine wastewater treatment duties.
  • Must be able to work some weekends.
  • Must be able to perform confined space entry requirements.
  • Must have high school diploma or equiv.
Salary will be negotiated according to experience and qualifications. Applications will be taken until September 11th. Applications are available at www.eubnet.org. Contact us at (423) 263-9441 or info@eubnet.org
08/28/09

FOR SALE - FORMAX BURSTER Model 550

Shady Grove Utility District in Dandridge, TN is selling a Formax Burster in excellent condition. Burster has been serviced each year and was purchased new in 2001. Has not been used in 3 years.
Call Betty Holt at 865-397-3790 for price or email us at sgud2@aol.com.
06/26/09

Duck River Utility Commission
Water Treatment Plant Operator

The Duck River Utility Commission is accepting applications for the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator at the DRUC’s state-of-the-art membrane filtration facilities near Tullahoma, Tennessee. Critical skills required for this position include excellent verbal and written communications, math, chemistry, computer controls, electrical, electronics, safety and especially self-motivation. Shift schedules are based on seniority and, as a new hire, this person will most likely be assigned after training on the midnight shift. Some weekend work will be required. Salary is dependent upon qualifications, ability and experience. Excellent pay and benefits are available to the right candidate. Operator certification is preferred and grade 4 certification is required within five years of employment. Applications are being accepted at the DRUC offices at 270 Water Lane, Tullahoma, Tennessee 37388, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The DRUC is an equal opportunity employer. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Randal J. Braker, P.E., General Manager at (931) 455-6458.
06/03/09

Director
Roane County Wastewater Plant

Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the basic qualifications to receive consideration.
(Basic Qualifications):
  • BS, BA in Engineering, Business or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years experience in water, wastewater, distribution, collection, to include operation and maintenance of wastewater facilities, pumping stations and S.T.E.P. systems.
  • Business related training and education, which includes economic and/or business strategy.
(Other Qualifications):
  • Thorough knowledge of Wastewater plant operations, maintenance, design and all government regulations (OSHA, EPA, TDEC).
  • Sound judgment and knowledge of business fundamentals and department financial objectives.
  • Extensive supervisory experience and experience in Labor Relations, including negotiation experience.
  • Working knowledge of all Wastewater Plant positions.
  • Experience negotiating contracts.
SEND RESUME TO:
   ROANE COUNTY WWTP RESUME
   PO BOX 643
   KINGSTON TN 37763
Or to: resume@roanegov.org
05/15/09

Wastewater Laboratory Technician
City of Cookeville

  1. JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician
  2. DEPARTMENT: Water Quality Control
  3. EXEMPT STATUS: Nonexempt
  4. REPORTS TO: WW Treatment Plant Superintendent
  5. PAY GRADE: 10
  6. DATE APPROVED: 6/96
  7. POSITION AUTHORITY: Nonsupervisory
Job Summary:
Employees in this class are under general supervision. Most work is performed in the Wastewater Treatment plant laboratory analyzing wastewater and industrial samples for biological, chemical, and physical properties requiring the specific protocol for collection, transportation and analysis. Sample collection may involve manhole and other potentially hazardous site entries involving potential biological, chemical, electrical and other physical hazards. Primary duties involve sample collection, laboratory analysis, record keeping and report preparation. May also assist with general non-laboratory plant maintenance, upkeep of laboratory facilities and related equipment, some custodial functions and other duties as assigned. 		More Information
04/25/09
Lake