Station Equipment Operator with 3T License

Town of Natick; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Insurance benefits from day one

Town pension + LIUNA pension

Overtime opportunities

Licenses/certifications pay premium

Career advancement

CDL ELDT training available

Clothing allowance

Job summary

The Town of Natick Department of Public Works is seeking a qualified Station Operator with a 3T (OIT) Drinking Water License. Under the Water/Sewer Division Supervisor, you will perform skilled water treatment, maintenance, and repair on pumping equipment and related systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, MA 3T license, and at least 3 years of related experience. The position requires a valid MA driver’s license, CDL with Air Brakes (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts 3T or 3T-OIT license required.
• At least 3 years in repair/maintenance of water treatment and sewer pumping equipment preferred.
• Experience in municipal water/sewer or public works operations.
• Valid MA Class D license and Class B CDL w/ Air Brakes or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Able to lift 60 pounds and perform physically demanding labor.
• Strong work ethic; able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication with coworkers, contractors, and the public.
• Schedule may include weekends; 4- or 5-day weeks; 40 hours per week.
• On-call 24/7 rotations for assigned weeks; CORI check and DOT pre-employment physical including drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled water treatment, maintenance, and repair on standard and specialized equipment.
• Work under Water/Sewer Division Supervisor direction.
• Interact with coworkers, contractors, and the public in a professional manner.
• Occasionally work weekends and be on-call as scheduled.
• Complete CORI checks and DOT pre-employment requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Lifting 60 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Massachusetts 3T license

Massachusetts CDL/3T-OT IT license

Job description

The Town of Natick Department of Public Works is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team as a Station Operator with a 3T (OIT) Drinking Water License. Under the direction of the Water/Sewer Division Supervisor, this position performs skilled water treatment, maintenance, and repair work on standard and specialized water treatment and sewer pumping equipment along with related systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Possession of a valid Massachusetts 3T or 3T-OIT license is required.


• A minimum of three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of water treatment and sewer pumping equipment is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Previous experience in municipal, water/sewer, or public works operations.


• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License and Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brakes endorsement or the ability to receive the CDL within 6 months of hiring.


• Ability to lift 60 pounds, work in all weather conditions, and perform physically demanding labor.


• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with coworkers, contractors, and the general public.


• The final work schedule will be determined with input from the candidate. The position requires working a minimum of one weekend day (Sat or Sun). This position may be a 4- or 5-day work week, 40 hours per week.


• The position requires being part of the on-call rotation. Each rotation requires availability 24 hours a day, 7 days for one assigned week at a time.


• Successful completion of a CORI check and DOT pre-employment physical, including drug screening.

Perks

• Paid on-the-job training.


• Insurance benefits effective on the first day of employment - NO WAITING PERIOD.


• Town retirement pension plus an additional LIUNA pension.


• Opportunities to earn additional income through overtime.


• Additional compensation for qualifying special licenses and certifications.


• Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.


• In-house CDL ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) available.


• Clothing allowance.

Compensation

The Town of Natick offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including participation in the Massachusetts public pension system, 13 paid holidays, medical and dental insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, educational assistance opportunities, and other valuable benefits. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefited position. The starting salary range for Fiscal Year 2027 is as follows: The full pay scale is from $34.5558 - $43.3122 per hour, with step increases outlined in the union agreement. This full-time position includes a lucrative benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a defined contribution retirement plan, and more.

EOE