Drinking Water Lead Operator

Weston & Sampson; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is seeking a licensed Drinking Water Operator to supervise and perform operations and maintenance for Massachusetts Public Water Systems. Travel is expected in the South Shore area. The role brings opportunities for growth within a large, employee-owned firm.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in drinking water treatment and hold MA Grade 2 or higher licenses for both treatment and distribution, plus a MA driving license. A company vehicle is provided.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in drinking water treatment.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher.
• Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license.
• Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems.
• Preventive maintenance and repair of treatment equipment.
• Water quality sampling and testing.

Skills

5-10 years experience

DW Operator license (Massachusetts)

DW Distribution Operator license (MA)

Valid MA driver’s license

Mechanical repair basics

Reading technical instructions

Good communication skills

Math skills

Job description

Weston & Sampson Services is seeking a licensed, experienced Drinking Water Operator to perform supervisory, operations and maintenance tasks for Massachusetts Public Water Systems. This position will require travel in the area of the South Shore.

What you’ll do:

• Operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems
• Preventive maintenance and repair of treatment equipment
• Water quality sampling and testing

What you will bring:

• 5-10 years of experience in drinking water treatment
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
• Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license
• Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred
• Good verbal communication skills, basic math skills, computer, and the ability to read technical instructions
• Understanding of Massachusetts drinking water regulations and treatment processes.

$25/hr - $32/hr Dependent on years of experience and licensing. Company vehicle provided.

Incentives:

Pay increases may be offered with newly acquired licenses (Wastewater, Water, or other job-related license) as approved by the supervisor during the interview process.

Requirements:

Full-time position may require various shifts and/or flexible hours. You will be expected to participate to be on-call, occasional overtime, holidays, weekends and nights.

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.

A note to third-party recruiters:

Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.