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Drinking Water Lead Operator

Weston & Sampson
Weston & Sampson Salary
South Shore, MA Other
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/17/2027

 

Weston & Sampson Services is seeking a licensed, experienced Drinking Water Lead Operator to perform supervisory, operations and maintenance tasks for Massachusetts Public Water Systems. This position will require travel in the area of the South Shore.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems
  • Preventive maintenance and repair of treatment equipment
  • Water quality sampling and testing

What you will bring:

  • 5-10 years of experience in drinking water treatment
  • Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
  • Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
  • Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license
  • Cross Connection Testing &/or Surveyor license preferred
  • Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred
  • Good verbal communication skills, basic math skills, computer, and the ability to read technical instructions
  • Understanding of Massachusetts drinking water regulations and treatment processes.

Salary:

$25/hr - $32/hr Dependent on years of experience and licensing. Company vehicle provided.

 

Incentives:

Pay increases may be offered with newly acquired licenses (Wastewater, Water, or other job-related license) as approved by the supervisor during the interview process.

 

Requirements:

Full-time position may require various shifts and/or flexible hours. You will be expected to participate to be on-call, occasional overtime, holidays, weekends and nights.

 

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Overview

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

 

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

 

Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/

 

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company.  We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies or related firms.  Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place.  All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson.  Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

 

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Salary : $25 - $32

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