Wastewater Operator II

City of Nashua; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability Income Protection

Life Insurance

Pension (Board Retirement System)

457 Retirement

Vacation/Sick/Personal Time

Weekly Pay

Job summary

The City of Nashua is seeking a Wastewater Operator II to join the Division of Public Works in the Wastewater Department.

You will oversee daily operations of a 16 MGD facility, including sample collection, equipment operation, and process control, with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant experience.
• Must possess a Grade II NH Operator Certificate.
• High school diploma or certified equivalent, plus 1 year of schooling in Wastewater Process.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a 16 MGD wastewater treatment facility and related systems.
• Perform sample collection, SCADA review, chemical preparation, and process control activities.
• Calibrate process equipment and assist maintenance personnel; manage odor control and digester operations.

Skills

1 year experience

Education

NH Grade II Operator Certificate

High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year wastewater schooling

Job description

• Position Type: Skilled Craft/ Operator II, WWTP
• Date Posted: 10/21/2026

The City of Nashua is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Division of Public Works in the Wastewater Department as a Wastewater Operator II. Take your career to the next level with us as opportunities for growth and development await!

JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for all duties and assignments related to the daily operations of a 16 MGD wastewater treatment facility, including sample collection, equipment operation, grit removal, chemical preparation, process review, maintenance of buildings, machinery and grounds, odor control system operation, SCADA review and operation, sludge dewatering and conditioning, tank cleaning, assistance to maintenance personnel, chemical feed adjustments, secondary by-pass operation, anaerobic digester operation, calibration of process equipment, process control, etc.; other related duties.
This is a full-time position, Wednesday through Sunday, 6:45 pm to 2:45 pm, is part of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Unit, and provides an excellent work life balance. The position is grade 5, with an hourly rate not to exceed $33.86.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience;
• Must possess a Grade II NH Operator Certificate;
• High school diploma or certified equivalent, plus 1-year additional schooling in Wastewater Process.

BENEFITS

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Disability Income Protection
• Life Insurance
• Mandatory Participation in Nashua Board of Public Works Retirement System (Pension)
• 457 Retirement
• Vacation/Sick/Personal Time
• Weekly Pay

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - Recruiting practices shall be consistent with State and Federal Law (10/21/2026)