Lead Water Treatment & Distribution Foreman

City of Dover; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

City of Dover seeks a Community Services professional to oversee water treatment facilities, wells, boosters, tanks, and recharge sites. Lead staff, ensure safe, compliant operation, and support maintenance activities city-wide.

The role requires advanced treatment plant knowledge, regulatory familiarity, and strong leadership. Includes a full-time schedule with comprehensive city benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; 5+ years in municipal water treatment, production, distribution, and related systems.
• Must possess NH Water Treatment Operator License Grade III OIT; Distribution System Operator License Grade II preferred.
• Must have OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and NH CDL Class B with endorsements; ongoing training for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous safe, reliable drinking water delivery in compliance with regulations.
• Lead operation and maintenance of wells, treatment plants, booster stations, storage tanks, and recharge facilities.
• Perform sampling, testing, and process adjustments to maintain water quality and regulatory compliance.
• Plan and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on water systems.
• Provide technical leadership and training to staff in operations, safety, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in CMMS and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Water treatment operations

SCADA & PLC systems

Laboratory testing

Leadership & training

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NH Water Treatment Operator License Grade III OIT

CDL Class B with Air Brake and Tanker endorsements

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

City of Dover seeks a Community Services professional to oversee water treatment facilities, wells, boosters, tanks, and recharge sites. Lead staff, ensure safe, compliant operation, and support maintenance activities city-wide.

The role requires advanced treatment plant knowledge, regulatory familiarity, and strong leadership. Includes a full-time schedule with comprehensive city benefits.