Wastewater Operator

About the role

Be part of a team that operates the Plymouth, MA Wastewater Treatment Facility and Collection System. Each day presents different challenges and learning opportunities as we work towards 100% compliance which is achieved by daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system.

Responsibilities

• Daily rounds
• Laboratory analysis
• Record keeping
• Process control
• Sludge thickening
• Maintenance projects
• General facility and grounds maintenance
• Follow established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures
• Participate in an "on call" rotation for plant coverage outside normal workday hours
• Respond to emergency situations
• Work in inclement weather as needed

Requirements

• Valid Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Plant Grade 3 Certification
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License
• High School or trade school diploma is required, Associate Degree or higher preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, other personnel, and the general public
• Familiar with computers (Excel, Word, HACH WIMS, etc.), including report generation

Qualifications

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, pre-placement physical and drug screen before employment

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Flexibility and adaptability

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent Benefits to include retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical & dental insurance, flexible spending account
• Career growth
• Support and reimbursement in earning, upgrading, and keeping your licenses and certifications within the industry
• Bonus potential for obtaining next level licensure

Pay

$24 - $30 an hour depending on qualifications and experience

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7.00AM – 3.30PM

Employee Support & Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 401(k)
• Pre-tax or Roth Contributions
• Time away from work: Observed holidays: Choose up to 8 holidays to observe annually
• Vacation: Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked
• Sick time: Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury
• Parental leave: Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
• Coverage and support for your needs and well-being: Disability: Paid short- and long-term disability
• Health: Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans
• Life: Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life
• Wellbeing: DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources

Workplace Information

• E-Verify Participation

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

• We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors
• Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply

Inclusion & Belonging

• We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to serve clients and communities

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• We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Submissions without a signed agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and not eligible for referral fees

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