Lead Wastewater Technician - Operations & Compliance

Employee Workplace; Littleton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Employee Workplace in Littleton, MA is seeking an Assistant Chief Wastewater Technician to lead daily wastewater operations and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This role targets a licensed wastewater professional ready to expand leadership responsibilities in an advanced treatment environment.

Responsibilities include operating and optimizing equipment, collecting samples, maintaining records, and supporting permit compliance.

Qualifications

• Licensed wastewater operator required (Massachusetts Grade 5-C).
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years of wastewater treatment ops experience, including industrial wastewater preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater processes, sampling, testing, and process controls.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize wastewater treatment equipment and processes.
• Collect samples, perform laboratory testing, and maintain accurate operational records.
• Support permit compliance, reporting requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and minor repairs.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to resolve operational issues.
• Provide guidance, training, and daily support to wastewater technicians.
• Respond to system alarms, equipment failures, and operational emergencies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and treatment efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Recordkeeping

Troubleshooting

Education

Massachusetts Grade 5-C Full Wastewater Treatment Operator License

Job description

Employee Workplace in Littleton, MA is seeking an Assistant Chief Wastewater Technician to lead daily wastewater operations and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This role targets a licensed wastewater professional ready to expand leadership responsibilities in an advanced treatment environment.

Responsibilities include operating and optimizing equipment, collecting samples, maintaining records, and supporting permit compliance.