Water Service Technician I

Job Title: Water Service Technician I
Department/ Division: Public Works/Water
Union Affiliation: SEIU Local 888 Unit A
Status: Full-time
Pay Grade: 6
Hours Per Week: 40
Pay Rate: Starting $25.9078-31.6794 per hour, plus benefits

The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a Water Service Technician I to join their Water Division team!

Working under the general supervision of the Water Service Technician II, III, IV, Field Supervisor or the Production Supervisor, the Water Service Technician I performs manual work relating to the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of the municipal water supply and distribution facilities; performs similar or related work as required. Performs varied duties of both a mechanical and technical nature to maintain the plant, treatment and distribution system, following clearly prescribed procedures.

Examples of position specific duties* include:

• Operates a variety of vehicles and machinery associated with the operation, maintenance and repair of the equipment, including light trucks, power tools, auxiliary engines, potable pumps and hand tools.
• Ability to interpret and follow applicable OSHA Regulations as they pertain to the work environment.
• May be required to work evening or weekends and to respond to emergency or unpredicted situations. Required to take stand-by/on-call duty on a rotating basis.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency; Some experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of a public water supply and plant/treatment facility and related equipment preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of the general design and operation of a public water system. Working knowledge of government and industry standards governing water quality and public water system standards.

Possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please complete an employment application form. (Current employees are not required to complete an employment application form). Submit completed employment application form, resume and cover letter to humanresources@yarmouth.ma.us with “Water Service Technician I” in the subject line and include your full name, address, phone number and email address on the cover letter and resume. Applications received prior to August 4, 2026 will receive preference.

The Town of Yarmouth is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at (508) 398-2231 x1274 or email humanresources@yarmouth.ma.us for assistance.