What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Plant Operator position at Town of Ware?
Wastewater Plant Operator
Town of Ware
Wanted: Wastewater Plant Operator in the Department of Public Works. This is a full-time benefitted, union position that works under the general direction of the Chief Plant Operator. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provides daily operation and maintenance, including visual checks of equipment and inspection of motor control center, and recording instrumentation; records and interprets readings of instruments monitoring treatment process, maintains operational records.
Requires a High School diploma or GED equivalent; two (2) years of experience relating to the construction, repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment system, or any equivalent combination of education and experience; valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts Driver's license at date of hire; valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Operator License Grade 5C required. Must be available off hours for emergency purposes, including snow removal, plant alarm calls, and water/sewer issues.
All applicants must be able to pass a criminal background/CORI check and a pre-employment physical including drug testing.
AA/EOE
December 11, 2025
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $26.94-29.16 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week plus overtime
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.94 - $29.16 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $29