INTERNAL ONLY - WATER HANDLER

Town of Bridgewater, MA • Bridgewater, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate and repair chemical pumps and motors of all kinds. Always maintain chemical pumps and motors in a clean and fully operational condition. Always handle water treatment chemicals safely. Perform maintenance at all Water Treatment Plants and Pump Houses. Keep all Water Treatment Plants, Pump Houses, and Water Towers clean, both inside and out. Perform other duties within the Water Department as needed. Upgrade license certification as required if the Board of Water Registrars updates the Town’s certification requirements. Perform all tasks as assigned or required by the Water Superintendent.

Requirements

• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License
• Must obtain a Grade 1-OIT license within 90 days of hire
• Grade 1-T in full license must be obtained within 14 months of date that the requisite Grade 1-OIT license was awarded
• Certification from the Massachusetts Division of Registration for Drinking Water Facilities
• Knowledge of water treatment operations, equipment, and safety procedures
• Skill in operating, maintaining, and repairing pumps, motors, and related systems
• Ability to handle chemicals safely, perform physical labor, and work as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain records, and meet licensing requirements

Nice To Haves

• Employees are encouraged to seek their Grade 2-T license
• If the Town's Water System is upgraded, must obtain a license as the system is rated

Responsibilities

• Operate and repair chemical pumps and motors of all kinds
• Maintain chemical pumps and motors in a clean and fully operational condition
• Handle water treatment chemicals safely
• Perform maintenance at all Water Treatment Plants and Pump Houses
• Keep all Water Treatment Plants, Pump Houses, and Water Towers clean, both inside and out
• Perform other duties within the Water Department as needed
• Upgrade license certification as required if the Board of Water Registrars updates the Town’s certification requirements
• Perform all tasks as assigned or required by the Water Superintendent

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees