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Mass Rural Water Association
Are you interested in helping to protect the nation’s multi-billion dollar investment in rural and small municipal drinking water systems? As a Circuit Rider with Mass Rural Water Association, you will play a pivotal role in delivering technical assistance and training to personnel within small drinking water systems throughout Massachusetts. Your responsibilities will include providing essential financial, managerial, and technical support to these communities. Your primary goal will be to empower utilities to efficiently provide safe drinking water while adhering to state and federal regulations. You will become part of a dedicated team committed to making tangible improvements in rural communities. You will work in a supportive environment where your knowledge and skills are highly valued and appreciated. Specific Responsibilities: · Travel throughout Massachusetts offering direct onsite assistance to small drinking water systems, supplemented by responsive phone and email support. · Timely completion of all required reports and documentation. · Participate in ongoing technical training programs. · Contribute to organizational marketing efforts through written materials. · Collaborate with management team to set and achieve association goals. · Provide emergency response support to water systems during disasters. · Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations governing water systems. · Foster professional relationships and communication with colleagues, regulators, and the public. · Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills, working autonomously or as part of a team. · Undertake additional tasks assigned by the management team to advance association objectives. Skills: · Technical experience in water treatment and distribution preferred. We are willing to train a highly motivated individual ready to learn regulatory compliance issues and public water system operations and maintenance. · Ability to communicate effectively in person, in print, and electronically in a professional manner. · Capable of independent decision-making and advisory roles. · Willingness to obtain state professional license(s); Massachusetts Water Treatment and/or Distribution Operator Certification · Possession of a valid driver's license. Physical Demands and Environment: · Extensive travel throughout Massachusetts. · Field Position- exposure to outdoor elements throughout all four seasons. · Establishment of field office in home. · Attendance of a minimum of two multi-day events annually that require overnight stays and travel to other states. · Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team. Application Process: Applicants who enjoy helping others, take pride in their work, and take ownership of their career will thrive at MassRWA. The applicant must be hard working, self-motivated, energetic, and can multi-task in a fast-paced environment. · To apply, Please send your résumé, including detailed job history and references, to: info@massrwa.org Mass Rural Water Association offers a competitive benefits package. This is a full-time, at-will position. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Mass Rural Water Association is an equal-opportunity employer. Join us in our mission to provide clean, safe, and affordable drinking water to rural communities.
Springfield Water & Sewer Commission
This position requires a license from the Massachusetts Board of Certification of Operators of Drinking Water Supply Facilities. Candidates without a 2T license (or higher) will not be considered. A cover letter (letter of interest) is a required part of the application. The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (SWSC) is seeking Treatment Plant Operators for its West Parish Filters Water Treatment Plant in Westfield, MA. This position is responsible for operating the plant 24/7, over three shifts, with the sole focus on water treatment processes and maintaining adequate supply. Qualified candidates must possess at least a Grade 2 Treatment License to operate the grade 3 treatment plant. Successful applicants must also be computer literate, team focused, detail oriented, and dedicated to providing high quality drinking water to the community. Working for SWSC: Operator positions are unionized and pay is tiered based upon experience as a treatment plant operator and grade of the applicant’s certification from the Massachusetts Board of Certification of Operators of Drinking Water Supply Facilities. Effective July 1, 2025, hourly rates for first shift operators (7:00-3:30) are: TPO II $31.33 TPO III $35.50 TPO IV $38.38 TPO V $41.22 Application deadline is Sunday, August 17, 2025. For more information and/or to apply for this position please visit: https://springfield-water-and-sewer.checkwritersrecruit.com/job/937571/drinking-water-treatment-plant-operator
Town of Southampton
Statement of Duties: The employee is responsible for assisting in the proper operation of the Town’s Water Treatment facility, pumping stations and distribution system to provide safe, clean and potable drinking water in accordance with State Department of Health and Federal E.P.A. regulations. The employee is required to perform all similar or related duties. Confidentiality: In accordance with the State Public Records law the employee does not have regular access to confidential information. Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized operating practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation. Education and Experience: Position requires a minimum of an Associate’s degree or a journeyman’s level of trade knowledge; a minimum of three to five (3-5) years prior work experience preferably in a water treatment facility and or a Public Drinking Water Distribution System. or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Special Requirements: Drinking Water Distribution License, Grade 1D preferred. Candidates with a Massachusetts Treatment License 1T will be considered. Employee will be required to obtain a Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment\Distribution License 1T or 1D within one year of employment. Candidates must also have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. As a condition of employment, the employee is required to participate in the Town’s Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Grade Level: GR4 $18.65-$30.83 Date Posted: 05/23/2025 For more information or to inquire about this position please reach out to the Southampton Water Superintendent. Water Superintendent Email: watersuper@townofsouthampton.org
Town of Athol
The Athol DPW is currently posting for a “Primary Water Distribution Operator / Sewer Collection Operator”. This is a 40 hour per week union benefited position. This position reports to the DPW Superintendent. The Town of Athol requires a Massachusetts Distribution 2 and Treatment 2 public water supply license. Massachusetts Cross Connection Control survey and backflow tester are also part of the operator’s position responsibilities. Commercial Driving and Hoisting Licenses are required for DPW staff. This position supplements the Treatment staff as needed with aspects of the water treatment system. Athol is a community of 12,000 people with a very progressive DPW water division. The division operates 4 drinking water wells, and (2) small treatment plants. Applications for Town of Athol employment can be accessed on the Town of Athol website https://www.athol-ma.gov/ or locally at 584 Main Street Athol, MA 01331 Room 24. The Athol DPW understands that fully licensed water operators are very difficult to recruit and encourage applicants with the drive and desire to protect and produce this valuable and precious resource to apply. Starting wages are $36.06 - $42.00/hour based on qualifications and experience. Athol is willing to train the right applicant, should the applicant not currently hold all certifications.
Russel Sewer/Water Department
The Town of Russell Sewer/Water Department is accepting resumes for the full time position of Sewer/Water Operator at Town of Russell WWTP, 200 Main Street, Russell, MA 01071-0131 or email russellwwandw@townofrussell.us. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily testing and operations of the sewer/water treatment plant, record keeping, equipment repairs and troubleshooting, building repairs and cleaning, snow removal. Holidays and weekends are required, rotating on-call nights and working with other Town Depts. required. Qualifications: MA Grade 4 WWTP Operator License or the ability to obtain within 1 year MA Grade 1 Water Treatment License or the ability to obtain within 1 year MA Grade 1 Water Distribution License or the ability to obtain within 1 year MA CDL B with tanker and air brake endorsement High school diploma or equivalent Valid drivers license, with a good driving record Good mechanical ability Computer skills a plus Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.
Greenfield DP
Technical and highly responsible work in the operation and maintenance of a large Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), Water Supply & Treatment Facilities (WS&T), and water/wastewater pumping stations. Responsible for instructing, directing, and setting up for a group of employees in the operation of the water/wastewater facilities. Operates water and wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and chemical feed, pumping and disposal equipment. Five or more years of responsible wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance experience. Familiarity with the operation methods, materials, equipment. High School or trade school diploma required; Associates Degree with a concentration in environmental science or related field preferred. Shall have completed a minimum of 20 class hours in technical courses or workshops related to the wastewater field, engineering, water quality or mechanical or control systems field; or a combination of education and experience. This position requires a 5C Massachusetts Wastewater License. The City is offering an $8,000 sign-on bonus. The first installment of $4,000 will be will be upon completion of the 90-day probationary period, and the second installment of $4,000 will be disbursed upon 1 year of service at the city’s Water Pollution Control Facility. Overtime hours are required on alternating weekends and staggered holidays. Must possess valid Massachusetts Class B Operator’s License (CDL) with Air Brake Certification or able to obtain; HEML Hoisting License or able to obtain. A Grade 5C License from the Massachusetts Board of Certification of Operators of Wastewater Treatment Facilities in order to operate all city wastewater treatment facilities. Must successfully pass CORI/SORI checks; must have an acceptable driving record and be insurable under city’s policy; must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen pursuant to the DOT Regulations. $52,707.20 – $65,249.60, DOE Position description and employment application available at: www.greenfield-ma.gov or Human Resources, City Hall, 14 Court Square, Greenfield, MA 01301 Please mail your application to the address above or via email to h.r@greenfield-ma.gov Applications will be accepted until position is filled NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE