Night-Shift Wastewater Operations Technician

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Norwich (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority seeks an Operator I for wastewater facilities, performing monitoring, inspection, and maintenance on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include operating PLC-driven equipment, logging data, and overseeing material movements at Chelsea facilities.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of wastewater plant experience, and valid Class D and MA Grade 2 WTP licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year experience operating wastewater facilities or equivalent.
• Valid Class D license required; MA Grade 2 WTP license.
• Competency-based training per MWRA Productivity Improvement Plan within 5 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment via panels and PLCs in assigned area.
• Monitor conditions and record data in shift log.
• Oversee barge/truck loading/unloading.
• Oversee chemical and fuel oil unloading.
• Perform preventive maintenance per MAXIMO directives.
• Calibrate critical process control equipment.
• Follow MWRA safety, operating and emergency procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Observation

Communication

Reading & Math

Education

MA Grade 2 WTP license (OIT)

Tools

MAXIMO CMMS

Lawson ERP

PLC/SCADA

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority seeks an Operator I for wastewater facilities, performing monitoring, inspection, and maintenance on an assigned shift. Responsibilities include operating PLC-driven equipment, logging data, and overseeing material movements at Chelsea facilities.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of wastewater plant experience, and valid Class D and MA Grade 2 WTP licenses.