Water Operator

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Strong culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson Services seeks a licensed Drinking Water Operator to work in the South Shore, Massachusetts area. You will operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems, and perform preventive maintenance and water quality testing.

The ideal candidate holds MA Grade 2+ licenses for Treatment and Distribution, a MA driver’s license, and the ability to read technical instructions. We offer meaningful work and growth within an employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher.
• Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license.
• Cross Connection Testing / Surveyor license preferred.
• Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred.
• Good verbal communication skills, basic math skills, computer, reading technical instructions.
• Understanding of Massachusetts drinking water regulations and treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems.
• Preventive maintenance and repair of treatment equipment.
• Water quality sampling and testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Reading technical instructions

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher

Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher

Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license

Cross Connection Testing / Surveyor license preferred

Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred

Understanding of Massachusetts drinking water regulations and treatment processes

Tools

Job description

Weston & Sampson Services is seeking a licensed, experienced Drinking Water Operator. This position will be working in the South Shore, Massachusetts area.

What you’ll do:

• Operate and maintain municipal and/or private drinking water treatment & distribution systems
• Preventive maintenance and repair of treatment equipment
• Water quality sampling and testing

What you will bring:

• Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Distribution Operator license – Grade 2 or higher
• Valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle license
• Cross Connection Testing &/or Surveyor license preferred
• Basic mechanical and electrical repair experience preferred
• Good verbal communication skills, basic math skills, computer, and the ability to read technical instructions
• Understanding of Massachusetts drinking water regulations and treatment processes

Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour depending on experience

Overview:

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We offer:

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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