Water & Sewer Assistant Superintendent

Wellesley; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Wellesley Department of Public Works seeks an Assistant Superintendent for the Water and Sewer Division to oversee water and sewer operations, regulatory compliance, and reliable service. The role acts as Superintendent in their absence and assists with emergency restoration activities.

Responsibilities include leading Division personnel, managing water systems, administering metering, and ensuring adherence with applicable regulations and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field or six years equivalent education and experience.
• 2 years water/sewer utility management experience including supervision and budget management.
• Distribution Class 2 and Treatment Class 1 certifications, or ability to obtain within one year.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydraulics, treatment, conveyance, construction, SCADA, and PLC systems.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, instruct, and train Division personnel.
• Manage water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater operations.
• Administer the automatic meter reading system.
• Develop plans to maintain and improve operations.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, DEP, MWRA, and Town regulations.
• Assist with operating and capital budgets; remain on call for emergencies.

Skills

Water utility management

SCADA & PLC familiarity

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Opportunities

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The Town of Wellesley Department of Public Worksseeks an Assistant Superintendent for the Water and Sewer Division to help oversee water and sewer operations, regulatory compliance, and reliable service. The position acts as Superintendent in their absence and assists with emergency restoration activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, instruct, and train Division personnel
• Manage water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater operations
• Administer the automatic meter reading system
• Develop plans to maintain and improve operations
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, DEP, MWRA, and Town regulations
• Assist with operating and capital budgets; remain on call for emergencies

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or six years equivalent education and experience
• 2 years water/sewer utility management experience, including supervision and budget management
• Distribution Class 2 and Treatment Class 1 certifications, or ability to obtain within one year
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydraulics, treatment, conveyance, construction, SCADA, and PLC systems
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License; strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Comparable Operator-in-Training certification

Expected hiring rangeis up to $114,676 and Full Hiring rangeis $97,596 to $131,755 DOQ, with numerous municipal benefits.

AA/EOE