What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer 1 - Water Treatment position at Ridgewood Water?
Ridgewood Water is accepting applications for a full-time Laborer 1 position in the Treatment Division.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Position requires working a varied schedule that includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-in assignments as operational needs dictate.
· Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
· Monitor and operate the Ridgewood Water Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system during assigned shifts.
· Observe system alarms, operating conditions, and equipment status, taking appropriate action in accordance with established procedures.
· Monitor water treatment facilities, storage tanks, booster stations, and distribution system operations through the SCADA system.
· Record operational data, maintain accurate logs, and prepare routine reports as required.
· Communicate operational issues, equipment malfunctions, and emergency conditions to supervisory personnel and on-call staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
· Experience working at a water utility or in the trades preferred.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The Village of Ridgewood is a Civil Service municipality and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
· Starting salary is $57,076 as per current Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
· This position is eligible for the NJ State Pension System as well as NJ State Health Benefits Program.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Juliette Gillespie at: jgillespie@ridgewoodnj.net.
Application Deadline: August 6th, 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $57,076.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57,076