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Senior Sewer Operator

Town of Nantucket
Nantucket, MA Intern
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/12/2026
Department: Sewer Department, Town of Nantucket

Job Summary: The Senior Sewer Operator is responsible for performing a wide range of skilled work including assessing the type and amount of work required, assigning personnel to appropriate duties, inspecting and evaluating the work of Sewer Operators, and coordinating closely with the Chief and/or Assistant Chief. The role includes maintaining optimal treatment plant performance to meet all requirements of the facility's Discharge Permit and related duties. The Senior Operator is also responsible for completing and processing the monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) with Massachusetts DEP through the EDEP filing system and handling project management paperwork for effective recordkeeping. Additionally, the Senior Sewer Operator may train other Operators to become proficient in all aspects of wastewater treatment operations and processes.

Education And Experience

  • Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and/or four (4) years of experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator.

Special Requirements

  • Massachusetts Class D license (required at time of hire).
  • Hoisting 2A, 1C or 1B and 4E endorsements (required within one year).
  • CDL B, Tanker Endorsement, and Wastewater 6 Operator-in-Training (OIT) (required within two years).

Position Details

  • 40 hours per week.
  • AFSCME M-4 Union position.
  • Hourly rate $35.72 (new hires) - $44.47 (employees with 12 years of service with the Town of Nantucket)

Application Deadline: Until Filled

How to Apply: APPLY NOW

Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nantucket/ to apply online.

Benefits Offered

  • Retirement pension through Barnstable County Retirement.
  • 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options.
  • Diverse selection of supplemental insurance policies.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact HR@nantucket-ma.gov.

Salary : $36

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