Abington/Rockland Joint Water Works Employment Opportunity

Water Treatment Plant Operator

Rockland, Massachusetts, United States

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Min Experience: 1-2 Years
• Salary: Grade III 34.79 - Grade IV $37.27 (Hourly Wage & includes $2.00 differential)

Description:

The Abington/Rockland Joint Water Works is currently accepting resumes for 1 Full-Time Overnight Drinking Water Operator. We are seeking a motivated, dedicated individual who is interested in this rewarding drinking water field. The treatment department at Abington/Rockland provides a fast paced, supportive, team environment with future opportunity for advancement.

Candidates that have a science background and are interested in obtaining a drinking water license are encouraged to apply. Support and training will be provided to advance license grades. Those with mechanical knowledge in the water or wastewater field are encouraged to apply as well.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Basic Function & Scope:

• Responsible for the production of quality potable drinking water.
• Maintain accurate and true records of treatment plant water quality and production.
• Perform nightly laboratory work required in water production.
• Candidates must have a basic understanding of water treatment: working knowledge of pumps, motors, filters, and other related treatment plant equipment. A basic understanding of water treatment chemistry is also required.
• The ability to maintain equipment and diagnose and correct malfunctions that may occur during the operation of the treatment plant is necessary.
• Basic computer skills and SCADA knowledge is required.
• Must be able to communicate with other operators, supervisors in a professional manner.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance of treatment facilities.

Examples of Duties:

• Continually evaluate the treatment procedures for assurance of the delivery of quality potable drinking water to the customers of the Joint Water Works.
• Performs 4-hour readings and water quality and system evaluations.
• Performs necessary adjustments to the chemical feed systems to guarantee the safety of the drinking water.
• Performs preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to chemical feed pumps, piping manifolds, valves, etc.
• Schedules and performs all interior and exterior building maintenance: organizing tools, lavatory maintenance, snow removal etc.
• Identify and resolve problems with water quality or equipment in the treatment plant.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Performs related duties as directed by the Superintendent.

Work Schedule

• Pay rates displayed are for a Grade III Licensed Operator ($34.27) to a Grade IV Licensed Operator ($37.27). Payment compensation & step raises will DOE and licensing per the Union Contract. This rate includes a $2.00 differential.
• SCHEDULE - a permanent 3rd shift (Sun-Thurs, 10pm-6am) or (Mon-Fri, 10pm-6am)
• 40 hours/week and holidays.
• Mandatory Emergency 24 hour on call rotation (about every 5-7 weeks).
• Overtime contribution is needed.

Benefits

• Generous compensation
• Health, Dental, & Vision Plans.
• On Call stipends
• Yearly longevity stipend
• Work clothing paid for by the Department
• Time and a half paid for Holidays (including some double time pay)
• Yearly license stipends (for current license(s) the operator carries), license advancement, and license renewal costs reimbursed to employees. All TCHs for licenses are also paid for by the Department.
• Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick, and Comp Time.
• Retirement plan, short & long term disability plan, accident plan, and life insurance plan options.

Successful candidates will have:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• A Grade III Treatment Operators Certification is needed to run the overnight facility. Must be able to obtain a grade III drinking water license if hired with a license lower than a Grade III. The Department will pay for all schooling and exams for licensing.
• Special consideration will be given to those that apply with valid Drinking Water Licenses and experience in the drinking water field.
• Applicants are asked to provide: a copy of their Drinking Water License(s) with their resume and 3 references are required.
• Applicants will have to pass a CORI check.
• Payment compensation & step raises will DOE and licensing per the Union Contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.79 - $37.27 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Would you be interested in taking classes & tests to obtain a drinking water license?
• Do you have a background/interest in science?
• Do you have mechanical skills/knowledge?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drinking water license or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person