Senior Operator 2026-103

Chicopee; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recurring Sick Time

Vacation

Thirteen holidays per year

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The City of Chicopee’s Water Pollution Control Division is seeking a Senior Operator to supervise and perform day‑to‑day operations of the Water Pollution Control Facility. You will operate sewage treatment, dewatering, and CSO equipment while ensuring compliance with EPA/NPDES permits.

Responsibilities include supervising shifts, maintaining equipment, ordering supplies, and keeping accurate records. Requires Grade 6 WWTP license, MA driver’s license, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Active Grade 6 WWTP Operator's License required, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License required.
• High School Diploma required.
• Associate's Degree in Environmental Technology/Science desirable.
• Minimum 3 years wastewater operations experience or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and leadership competencies.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations and OSHA regulations.
• MS Office (Word/Excel) proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment facility and related equipment.
• Coordinate first and second shift operational tasks for staff.
• Ensure equipment reliability with adequate parts on hand.
• Receive and off-load chemicals, ensure proper storage and handling.
• Maintain clean and orderly plant facilities and perform routine lab tests.
• Monitor CSO and storm water programs and report permit violations.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Office software

Education

Grade 6 WWTP Operator's License

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Environmental Tech/Science

Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License

Tools

OSHA regulations knowledge

Job description

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Employment Status: Non-Exempt, UFCW 1459 Admin, Full-Time

(40 Hours/Week)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Certifications/Licenses Required: Active Grade 6 WWTP Operator's License required, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License, High School Diploma

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Work’s Water Pollution Control Division is hiring a Senior Operator who supervises, plans, directs, and participates in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Water Pollution Control Facility. Operates sewage treatment, sludge processing, dewatering equipment, pump stations, combined sewer overflow (CSO) treatment facilities and disposal equipment in compliance with the U.S. EPA NPDES permit requirements. Monitors and orders all chemicals and supplies for the proper operation of the facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Performs all related duties to the operation and maintenance of the facility including but not limited to: painting, cleaning, calibrating, preventative maintenance, record keeping, ordering and purchasing supplies, operational rounds/checks, process adjustments, centrifuge/dewatering operations, and bypass pump operations.
• Identifies, plans, and delegates specific task for first and second shift operational teams so that staff are properly occupied and the work goals/operational needs of the plant are met.
• Ensures all equipment is working correctly with adequate back up and replacement parts on inventory.
• Accepts chemical deliveries to ensure all off-loading is performed to City standards.
• Observe all confined space entry requirements, responsible for the upkeep of city equipment.
• Provides chemical spill response for Public Utilities department, both city wide and for the Public Utilities division facilities. Adheres to waste oil control requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining the treatment plant in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs all related duties to properly maintain Water Pollution Control Works.
• Works with the Waste Oil Manager for this department to be sure all new and used oil is used, stored and disposed of in accordance with WPC policies, State, Local and Federal requirements.
• Performs site inspections of operations. Oversees and assists in the repair of equipment, preventative maintenance, and scheduling and participation of daily, weekly, quarterly and annual maintenance.
• Notifies verbally and in writing regulatory agencies including but limited to: MA DEP, US EPA, Board of Health(s), MA Fish and Game and any other regulato1y agency, of any and all permit violations, storm water, CSO notifications and any and all other NP DES notification requirements.
• Stays actively involved in the City's CSO abatement and storm water management program gather information for NPDES reporting and operate CSO equipment.
• Collects and performs routine laboratory tests at various stages of treatment in accordance with standardized procedures and adds treatment materials as required.
• All other related tasks as assigned by the WPC Chief Operator, and Assistant Chief Operator.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Grade 6 WWTP Operator's License required, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. - Required
• Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License. – Required
• High School Diploma. - Required
• Associate's Degree in Environmental Technology/Science or equivalent degre e. - Desirable.
• With a minimum of three (3) years of wastewater operational experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to wastewater operations.
• Evidence of substantial mechanical knowledge and leadership competencies.
• Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical tools, hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (WORD and EXCEL).
• Working knowledge of pertinent Federal and State regulations.

BENEFITS

• Recurring Sick Time,
• Vacation,
• Thirteen Holidays Per Year,
• Retirement Plan, and more…

Job ID 2026-103 Category DPW - Water Pollution Control Division Status Open Salary Pay Range: Grade A10, Step 01 - Step 04, $29.27 - $38.14/Hour + Licenses Posted October 27, 2026 4:30 PM Closing December 31, 2026 9:00 AM