Chief Wastewater Operator

Weston & Sampson; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is seeking a seasoned Chief Wastewater Operator to lead the daily operation and maintenance of municipal wastewater facilities in Plymouth, MA. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, safety, and efficient system performance.

Ideal candidates bring a Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operator License or higher and prior plant-operations experience, with strong leadership and communications skills to coordinate with Town officials and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operator License or higher required.
• Experience operating wastewater treatment facilities.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and MassDEP requirements.
• Leadership and supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations.
• Ensure compliance with MassDEP permits, regulations, sampling, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor treatment processes and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate wastewater operations staff.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of facility equipment.
• Maintain accurate operational records and regulatory documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Town representatives, Company management, maintenance personnel, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in rotating weekend/holiday inspections and an on-call rotation.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

Skills

Wastewater license

Facility operations

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Driving license

Job description

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Chief Wastewater Operator

Full Time Plymouth, MA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1125

Salary Range: $36.00 To $42.00 Hourly

Weston & Sampson is seeking an experienced Chief Wastewater Operator to oversee the operation and maintenance of municipal wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and recharge facilities out of our Mashpee, MA plant.

What you'll do:

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations.
• Ensure compliance with MassDEP permits, regulations, sampling, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor treatment processes and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate wastewater operations staff.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of facility equipment.
• Maintain accurate operational records and regulatory documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Town representatives, Company management, maintenance personnel, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in rotating weekend/holiday inspections and an on-call rotation.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

What you will bring:

• Massachusetts Grade 6 Wastewater Operator License or higher required.
• Previous experience operating wastewater treatment facilities.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and MassDEP requirements.
• Leadership and supervisory experience preferred.Strong communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver's license.

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Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We offer:

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Ready to transform your environment? Let’s work together.