What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water & Sewer Technician/Specialist/Laborer position at Town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts?
Department: Public Works - Water & Sewer Division
Supervisor: Water & Sewer Crew Leader
Weekly Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Bargaining Unit: Union - SEIU
FLSA: Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime
Opportunities: Job Title & Pay Ranges Are Dependent Upon Licensure
Hourly Pay Range: $29.00 - $35.14
Hourly Pay Range: $26.83 - $32.53
Hourly Pay Range: $25.49 - $31.02
Summary
The Town of Shrewsbury, a full service local government driven by high performance and creativity, seeks three dependable team players to join the Water & Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works! These opportunities have become available due to recent promotions. The Town will assist the successful candidate in obtaining the licensure required of the Water Technician position.
The Water and Sewer Division is a municipally owned utility for the residents of Shrewsbury. Our water supply is derived from a series of gravel-packed wells pumping over 4 million gallons of water a day. The Division supplies over 11,000 service connections through over 200 miles of water main to approximately 33,000 people. The Division operates and maintains approximately 40 pump stations for over 165 miles of sewer main. The successful candidates will perform routine but responsible manual work in the construction, maintenance and repair of facilities for water supply and distribution systems and sewage collection systems.
The Town of Shrewsbury is committed to fostering a workplace culture that raises innovative leaders in local government, and because of this, there is no limit to the number of opportunities to develop professionally and personally within the Department of Public Works and the Town as a whole.
Work Hours & Benefits
The hours are conveniently 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday through Friday, with overtime as required. A daily 30-minute lunch as agreed upon by the Water & Sewer Crew Leader. The Town of Shrewsbury offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, a pension, an extensive employee assistance program, the opportunity for professional development, and competitive paid time off.
How To Apply
For more information about this opportunity please review the full job descriptions for Water Technician, Water Specialist & Water Laborer. When applying for this position a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Kristina Ordung, Assistant Town Manager - Human Capital, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov indicating the position you are applying in the subject line. Please apply to the role that you hold the appropriate licensure for. Initial review of applicants Ocober 17, 2025. Open until filled.
Supervisor: Water & Sewer Crew Leader
Weekly Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Bargaining Unit: Union - SEIU
FLSA: Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime
Opportunities: Job Title & Pay Ranges Are Dependent Upon Licensure
- Job Title: Water Technician
Hourly Pay Range: $29.00 - $35.14
- Job Title: Water Specialist
Hourly Pay Range: $26.83 - $32.53
- Job Title: Water Laborer
Hourly Pay Range: $25.49 - $31.02
Summary
The Town of Shrewsbury, a full service local government driven by high performance and creativity, seeks three dependable team players to join the Water & Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works! These opportunities have become available due to recent promotions. The Town will assist the successful candidate in obtaining the licensure required of the Water Technician position.
The Water and Sewer Division is a municipally owned utility for the residents of Shrewsbury. Our water supply is derived from a series of gravel-packed wells pumping over 4 million gallons of water a day. The Division supplies over 11,000 service connections through over 200 miles of water main to approximately 33,000 people. The Division operates and maintains approximately 40 pump stations for over 165 miles of sewer main. The successful candidates will perform routine but responsible manual work in the construction, maintenance and repair of facilities for water supply and distribution systems and sewage collection systems.
The Town of Shrewsbury is committed to fostering a workplace culture that raises innovative leaders in local government, and because of this, there is no limit to the number of opportunities to develop professionally and personally within the Department of Public Works and the Town as a whole.
Work Hours & Benefits
The hours are conveniently 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday through Friday, with overtime as required. A daily 30-minute lunch as agreed upon by the Water & Sewer Crew Leader. The Town of Shrewsbury offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, a pension, an extensive employee assistance program, the opportunity for professional development, and competitive paid time off.
How To Apply
For more information about this opportunity please review the full job descriptions for Water Technician, Water Specialist & Water Laborer. When applying for this position a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Kristina Ordung, Assistant Town Manager - Human Capital, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov indicating the position you are applying in the subject line. Please apply to the role that you hold the appropriate licensure for. Initial review of applicants Ocober 17, 2025. Open until filled.
Salary : $25 - $35
