Water Systems Operator – Treatment & Distribution

City of Dover, New Hampshire; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 39,950 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dover, New Hampshire is seeking a skilled technician to oversee and maintain its water treatment facilities, wells and booster stations. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance, laboratory testing, and coordination of public works tasks to ensure safe, reliable water supply.

The position is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities spanning SCADA operation, record-keeping, and emergency response.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• NH Water Treatment Operator License Grade II is required.
• Ability to obtain CDL-B within 1 year and maintain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, clean water to residents on the City water system.
• Operate and maintain wells, treatment plants, booster stations, and recharge pumps; test raw and finished water and monitor equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on pumps, motors, meters and related equipment.
• Conduct laboratory tests and record results for trend analysis.
• Create and input work orders; respond to emergencies and assist with public works operations.

Skills

SCADA systems

Laboratory testing

Leadership

Blueprints & schematics

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NH Water Treatment Operator License Grade II

CDL-B license within 1 year

Tools

Electrical maintenance tools

Job description

The City of Dover, New Hampshire is seeking a skilled technician to oversee and maintain its water treatment facilities, wells and booster stations. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance, laboratory testing, and coordination of public works tasks to ensure safe, reliable water supply.

The position is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities spanning SCADA operation, record-keeping, and emergency response.