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Athol, MA

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS - WATER DEPARTMENT

The Town of Athol, Department of Public Works is seeking a Water Department employee. A CDL

Class B Drivers License and a Hoisting Engineers License are preferred. Willing to train the right

candidate. Candidates must have a clean DOT record and pass a pre-employment Drug Screening

and CDL physical. The starting salary ranges from $20.77 to $24.14 with PTO and generous

benefits package.

To apply, send resume and application to the Diana Cooley at the Department of Public Works, 584

Main Street- Room 24, Athol, MA 01331, email to dcooley@townofathol.org or obtain an

application at the same address. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Athol, MA

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS - HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

The Town of Athol, Department of Public Works is seeking a Highway employee. A CDL Class B

Drivers License and a Hoisting Engineers License are preferred. Willing to train the right candidate.

Candidates must have a clean DOT record and pass a pre-employment Drug Screening and CDL

physical. The starting salary ranges from $20.77 to $24.14 with PTO and a generous benefits

package.

To apply, send resume and application to the Diana Cooley at the Department of Public Works, 584

Main Street - Room 24, Athol, MA 01331, email to dcooley@townofathol.org or obtain an

application at the same address. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Turners Falls

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR

The Turners Falls Water Department is accepting applications for the position of Water System Operator. This individual will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the department’s water distribution and treatment systems and aid in providing the community with a safe, clean, and adequate water supply. The operator works at the direction of the Water Superintendent.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Performing daily operations within the drinking water system including monitoring of well pump stations, treatment facilities and storage tanks.
Servicing of pumps and machinery.
Inspecting and maintaining the storage tanks and distribution system.
Installation of, and repairs to, water mains and water service lines.
Meter reading, repairs, and installations.
Maintenance of the grounds, equipment, and facilities of the department.
Installation, repairs, and flushing of Fire Hydrants.
Responding to all emergencies and water main breaks.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Massachusetts Driver’s license, class D or higher.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be available for on-call duty, including some weekends and holidays.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug/alcohol test.
Must be able to pass a CORI criminal background check.

A MA Drinking Water Distribution 1 license will be required within six months from date of hire. A MA Drinking Water Treatment 1 license within 12 months from date of hire. And a Backflow Tester/Surveyor license will be required within 18 months from date of hire. These licenses are a condition of employment.

Applicants should submit a resume with letter of interest along with our employment application (available at the Turners Falls Fire District office or www.turnersfallswater.com). Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Bruce Merriam, Chairman Board of Water Commissioners Turners Falls Water Department 226 Millers Falls Road

Turners Falls, MA 01376

The Turners Falls Fire District is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Dalton Fire District

Water Distribution Operator / Laborer

Dalton Water Department

The Dalton Fire District Water Dept seeks qualified, experienced, and energetic candidates for a position in the Water Department. This position is full-time, 40 hours/week. Salary commensurate with experience.

BASIC FUNCTIONS

1. Operates and repairs Water Distribution system.

2. Is responsible to the public for ensuring that water quality is in compliance with the Federal Safe Water Drinking Act and the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.

SCOPE OF POSITION

1. Operator / laborer on water dept. projects, repairs, service lines, mains, hydrants, etc.

2. Ability to operate backhoe, mini excavator, tractor and various other motorized equipment.

3. Ability to perform preventive maintenance on motorized vehicles and equipment.

4. Operate distribution system and perform preventative maintenance.

5. Is on call to respond to emergencies.

PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Maintains daily logs at the treatment facility and pump sites.

2. Performs daily rounds at all sites across the system.

3. Maintains a list of materials used on repairs and projects.

4. Responds to inquiries of residents or others pertaining to the District Water System.

5. Carries out a variety of Preventive Maintenance Programs.

6. Assists in all required water sampling for the district.

7. Ability to work rotating weekends as per scheduled.

8. Monthly, Semiannually, and annually meter readings.

9. Promotes positive community relations by responding to inquiries in a minimal amount of time.

10. Helps other Departments in the District and Town.

11. Performs other duties, as assigned.

12. Efficiently and accurately performs dig safe mark-outs as directed.

13. Performs hydrant replacement, maintenance and flushing as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

2. Possess a valid Massachusetts Drivers License.

3. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a Grade I Treatment and a Grade II Distribution, Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply License within 18 months.

4. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a hydraulic license (2A-1C) within 18 months.

5. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a Back Flow Prevention Device Testing License within 18 months.

6. Certified Surveyor for Back Flow Prevention or possess the ability to become a certified surveyor within 3 years.

7. Is available to respond to problems which occur at any time.

8. Must have general knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair.

9. Must have 2 years’ experience as an operator or equivalent in construction or maintenance of a water distribution system.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Although it is not required the Operator / Labor Person live in the Town, he / she must live within a distance which is close enough to the Town that he / she is able to respond to any condition within a reasonable time.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures related to job responsibilities.
• Understand and properly operate tools and equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, coworkers, and the general public.
• Follow directions on projects.

Applicants should submit a cover letter of introduction and a resume along with an application to Bob.Benlien@daltonfiredistrict.org. Applications can be found on the district website, daltonfiredistrict.org. Applications, cover letters and resumes may also be sent by mail to: 20 Flansburg Ave Dalton Ma 01226 Attn: Water Dept.

Dalton Fire District

Water Distribution Operator / Laborer

Dalton Water Department

BASIC FUNCTIONS

1. Operates and repairs Water Distribution system.

SCOPE OF POSITION

1. Operator / laborer on water dept. projects, repairs, service lines, mains, hydrants, etc.

2. Ability to operate backhoe, mini excavator, tractor and various other motorized equipment.

3. Ability to perform preventive maintenance on motorized vehicles and equipment.

4. Operate distribution system and perform preventative maintenance.

5. Is on call to respond to emergencies.

PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Maintains daily logs at the treatment facility and pump sites.

2. Performs daily rounds at all sites across the system.

3. Maintains a list of materials used on repairs and projects.

4. Responds to inquiries of residents or others pertaining to the District Water System.

5. Carries out a variety of Preventive Maintenance Programs.

6. Assists in all required water sampling for the district.

7. Ability to work rotating weekends as per scheduled.

8. Monthly, Semiannually, and annually meter readings.

9. Promotes positive community relations by responding to inquiries in a minimal amount of time.

10. Helps other Departments in the District and Town.

11. Performs other duties, as assigned.

12. Efficiently and accurately performs dig safe mark-outs as directed.

13. Performs hydrant replacement, maintenance and flushing as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

2. Possess a valid Massachusetts Drivers License.

3. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a Grade I Treatment and a Grade II Distribution, Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply License within 18 months.

4. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a hydraulic license (2A-1C) within 18 months.

5. Possess or possess the ability to acquire a Back Flow Prevention Device Testing License within 18 months.

6. Certified Surveyor for Back Flow Prevention or possess the ability to become a certified surveyor within 3 years.

7. Is available to respond to problems which occur at any time.

8. Must have general knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair.

9. Must have 2 years’ experience as an operator or equivalent in construction or maintenance of a water distribution system.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Although it is not required the Operator / Labor Person live in the Town, he / she must live within a distance which is close enough to the Town that he / she is able to respond to any condition within a reasonable time.
• Understand and follow all safety procedures related to job responsibilities.
• Understand and properly operate tools and equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, coworkers, and the general public.
• Follow directions on projects.

Cheshire MA

The Town of Cheshire is seeking an organized, energetic, self-motivated individual with strong mechanic aptitude and communications skills to be part of our team.

The Full-Time Primary Water Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and assignments of the Public Water Supply in the Town of Cheshire under the purview of obtained licenses. Two – Five years of experience as a water operator preferred, Class D Driver’s License, Class 1 Water Distribution License, Class 1 Water Treatment License, Backflow Prevention Device Testing License, and Cross Connection Surveyor License (obtain within 18 months from hire date).

Duties for this position include the maintenance and operation of the water system including well supply, pump station, water storage tank, distribution piping and approximately 600 services.

Position is Full-Time hourly and benefited. Salary to commensurate with experience.

Job description available at www.cheshire-ma.gov. Send résumés with references to: Town of Cheshire, Water Commissioners PO Box 647, Cheshire, MA 01225, or email to admin@cheshire-ma.gov Résumés will be accepted until position is filled. AA/EOE

Monson MA

Monson Water & Sewer will be advertising for two full time positions. FT Deputy Superintendent and a temporary casual working hour non-benefited Certified Operator position on a day to day basis. Please reach out to Dale Barnes-Johnson - Office Manager / Utility Billing Coordinator for more info. (413) 267-4130 or fax (413) 267-4106. https://www.monson-ma.gov/human-resources/news/employment-opportunities

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