Water and Wastewater Foreman

The town of Longmeadow DPW is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time positions of Water and Wastewater Foreman. Position is responsible for providing supervisory, technical, and administrative functions for the water and sanitary sewer systems for the town.

Successful candidate must have:

• Knowledge of relevant Massachusetts General Laws related to essential functions. Knowledge of all phases of water supply station and wastewater station operation. Knowledge of occupational safety precautions.
• Ability to multi-task and manage conflict. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain good public relations and to maintain effective collaborative working relationships with town departments, department heads, fellow employees, officials and the general public and to respond in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently. Ability to plan and prioritize workload and assign and evaluate the work of others. Ability to ensure the safety of workers. Ability to operate and maintain equipment. Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Strong communication skills, problem-solving skills and customer service skills. Proven ability to supervise subordinates. Laboratory procedural skills. Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Suite especially word and Excel. Strong municipal software skills in Munis and Badger Reed Center.

High School diploma or equivalent, and three to five years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience as an operator or supervisor at a water supply facility. Valid Grade D3 and T1 Drinking Water Supply Facility Operator’s license.

Current valid motor vehicle license; OSHA 10 and Asbestos pipe safety training.

• Required to be on call as needed to respond to emergencies
• Salary $29.23- $31.02 per hour DOE/DOQ; excellent benefits.
• Hampden Country Pension System

Candidates should submit a completed Town General Application or resume to Human Resources, 735 Longmeadow St., Suite 102, Longmeadow, MA 01106 or via email to hrdept@longmeadow.org. Posting is open until filled.

The town of Longmeadow is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our town employees.