Water Technician

Vance Airscoop; Groton (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Groton Water Department is seeking a qualified Water Technician for a full-time role in Groton, MA. The position involves operating and maintaining water pumping stations, treatment and distribution systems to ensure safe water and fire protection, with emergency response duties and customer interactions.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, 3–5 years related experience, and possibly advanced civil/ sanitary mechanical training; Massachusetts Water

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years related experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply Grade I-Treatment and Grade II Distribution certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water pumping stations, treatment and distribution systems to ensure reliable water for domestic use and fire protection.
• Oversee completion of assigned projects and monitor maintenance of buildings and water systems.
• Communicate with contractors and developers to protect end users’ interests; coordinate with outside contractors and engineers.
• Provide emergency response to water issues; participate in on-call rotations; resolve customer complaints and support staff.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply Grade I-Treatment

Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply Grade II Distribution

Tools

Driver’s License

Job description

Job Posting

Water Technician

The Town of Groton Water Department is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time (40 hour) Water Technician . The hourly range is $32.02 to $42.47 based on experience.

The Water Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the water pumping stations, treatment and distribution systems, to ensure adequate and reliable water for domestic use and fire protection. Provides the general public with the best possible service for the least cost; oversees the completion of any assigned projects; monitors all maintenance of buildings and repair of water system(s), new construction, wells, pumping stations, water tanks, and customer relations; assists in coordinating the needs and operations of the Water Department with all interested and affected parties, such as town agencies and private property owners. Communicates with contractors and developers to ensure that end users’ interests are protected. Coordinates the work of outside contractors and professional engineers. Provides emergency response to water and ensures efficient and economical repairs; resolves customer complaints; intervenes with staff to resolve disputes over water quality and inadequate pressures. On-call rotation required (30-minute radius preferred). All other duties as assigned.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; three to five years related experience; advanced technical training or coursework in civil or sanitary mechanical engineering preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a Massachusetts Drinking Water Supply, Grade I-Treatment, Grade II Distribution , and valid Driver’s License.

Deadline for applications: September 11, 2026

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer