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Abington/Rockland Joint Water Works Employment Opportunity

Water Treatment Plant Operator

Rockland, Massachusetts, United States

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Min Experience: 1-2 Years
• Salary: $ $27.47 (unlicensed), Grade I $28.31 - Grade IV $35.27 (Hourly Wage)

Description:

The Abington/Rockland Joint Water Works is currently accepting resumes for 1 Full-Time Drinking Water Operator. We are seeking a motivated, dedicated individual who is interested in this rewarding drinking water field. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, with great communication skills. The treatment department at Abington/Rockland promotes a team environment with opportunity for advancement.

Candidates that have a science background and are interested in obtaining a drinking water license are encouraged to apply. Support and training will be provided to advance license grades. Those with mechanical & plumbing knowledge and experience in the water or wastewater fields are encouraged to apply as well.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Basic Function & Scope:

• Responsible for the production of quality potable drinking water.
• Maintain accurate and true records of treatment plant water quality and production.
• Perform daily laboratory work required in water production.
• Candidates must have a basic understanding of water treatment: working knowledge of pumps, motors, filters, and other related treatment plant equipment. A basic understanding of water treatment chemistry is also required.
• The ability to maintain equipment and diagnose and correct malfunctions that may occur during the operation of the treatment plant is necessary.
• Basic computer skills and SCADA knowledge is required.
• Must be able to communicate with other operators, supervisors, and customers of the Joint Water Works in a professional manner.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance of treatment facilities including exterior landscaping.

Examples of Duties:

• Continually evaluate the treatment procedures for assurance of the delivery of quality potable drinking water to the customers of the Joint Water Works.
• Performs hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory water quality evaluations.
• Performs necessary adjustments to the chemical feed systems to guarantee the safety of the drinking water.
• Performs preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to chemical feed pumps, piping manifolds, valves, etc.
• Schedules and performs all interior and exterior building maintenance: organizing tools, lavatory maintenance, snow removal, landscaping etc.
• Identify and resolve problems with water quality or equipment in the treatment plant.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Performs related duties as directed by the Superintendent.

Work Schedule

• Pay rates displayed are for an Operator Without a License Step 3 ($27.97) to aGrade IV Licensed Operator ($35.27). Payment compensation & step raises will DOE and licensing per the Union Contract.
• SCHEDULE - 2 OPTIONS: (Option #1) rotating schedule (Option #2) if a candite is interested, we offer a permanent, 3rd shift (Sun-Thurs, 10pm-6am).
• 40 hours/week, some nights & weekends, and holidays.
• Additional hours to perform operational duties and/or emergency response will be required.
• Mandatory Emergency 24 hour on call rotation (about every 5-7 weeks).
• Overtime contribution is expected.

Benefits

• Generous compensation
• Health, Dental, & Vision Plans.
• On Call rotation stipends
• Yearly longevity stipend
• Work clothing paid for by the Department.
• Time and a half paid for Holidays (including some double time pay holidays)
• Yearly license stipends (for current license(s) carried), license advancement, and license renewal costs reimbursed to employees. All TCHs for licenses are also paid for by the Department.
• Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick, and Comp Time.
• Retirement plan, short & long term disability plan, accident plan, and life insurance plan options.

Successful candidates will have:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• Special consideration will be given to those that apply with valid Drinking Water Licenses and experience in the drinking water or science related field.
• A candidate with any drinking water license is preferred. A Grade III Treatment Operators Certification is a plus. Must be able to obtain a grade III drinking water license if hired with a license lower than a Grade III. The Department will pay for all schooling and exams for licensing.
• Applicants are asked to provide: 3 references with their resume and cover letter. If an applicant has Drinking Water licenses, copies of those Drinking Water licenses should accompany the resume and cover letter as well.
• Applicants must pass a CORI check.
• Payment compensation & step raises will DOE and licensing per the Union Contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.31 - $35.27 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Would you be interested in taking classes & tests to obtain a drinking water license?
• Do you have a background/interest in science?
• Do you have mechanical skills/knowledge?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drinking water license or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person