Treatment Plant Operator-Water Department

The town of Weymouth is currently accepting applications for a Water Treatment Plant Operator. Works under general supervision, but subject to regular checks; follows established procedures and prescribed routines. Work requires the use of some independent judgment, as well as careful operation of assigned equipment to avoid breakdown and possible damage to equipment. Errors could result in inadequate water distribution or unsatisfactory treatment. Familiar with federal and state drinking water regulations. Assist in the operation of the Great Pond Water Treatment Plant, Arthur J. Bilodeau Water Treatment Plant, and related facilities. Duties involve responsibility on an assigned shift for proper operation, maintenance, and control of equipment and for maintaining and making minor adjustments to varied machinery, equipment and appurtenance. Checks operation of pumps, flocculators, filter valves, chemical feeders, chlorination and other equipment. Performs routine water quality and laboratory tests to monitor treatment plant performance. Starts and stops pumps; washes filter beds; performs water tests to assure proper treatment; operates and adjusts valves, gates and other characteristic appurtenances; takes periodic readings from various instrumentation and control equipment. Dispatches maintenance crews to undertake emergency repairs. Performs incidental cleaning, sweeping and other housekeeping and maintenance tasks.

Shift determined by bidding process. Position may be swing or night shift

In order to be considered, candidates must have a Massachusetts State Board Certification for Drinking Water Supply Facilities, Grade III-T Level, and a minimum of 6 months experience. Working knowledge of modern water treatment methods and procedures and of filtration treatment processes; ability to make routine chemical tests; mechanical ability, sufficient to follow prescribed operating and maintenance procedures.

The salary range for this position is $76,902.82 to $82,390.22/annually (dependent on license)

Interested candidates should forward their resume Human Resources, Town of Weymouth, 111 Middle St., Weymouth, MA 02189; or via email to jobs@weymouth.ma.us

The town of Weymouth is an EEO/AA employer.