What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer 1 - Water Distribution position at Village of Ridgewood?
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods of time under varying temperatures and climatic conditions.
· Ability to learn various types of electronic equipment, including field information systems, pipe-locating equipment, and equipment/software used for performing utility markouts.
· Under direction, may learn to make routine repairs to valves, fittings, pipe sections, or other equipment used in the area of assignment.
· Position may require working after scheduled hours (on occasion) to help complete work under the direction of a Senior Water Repairman, Supervisor, or Superintendent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Applicants must be able to obtain a valid NJ Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with applicable endorsements within 1 year of hire.
· 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: jgillespie@ridgewoodnj.net.
Application Deadline: August 6th, 2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $57,076.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57,076