WATER HANDLER

Job in Bridgewater, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, 02324, USA

Listing for: Town of Bridgewater

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-02

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Utility Technician, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Worker

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52352 - 70373 USD Yearly USD 52352.00 70373.00 YEAR

NOTICE OF JOB POSTING

POSITION TITLE:

WATER HANDLER

DPW - WATER DIVISION

AFSCME LOCAL 1700 - GRADE 8

FULL-TIME (40 HOURS PER WEEK)

PAY RANGE: $52,352.04 TO $70,373.16 PER YEAR

Position
Overview:

Operate and repair chemical pumps and motors of all kinds
Always maintain chemical pumps and motors in a clean and fully operational condition
Always handle water treatment chemicals safely
Perform maintenance at all Water Treatment Plants and Pump Houses.
Keep all Water Treatment Plants, Pump Houses, and Water Towers clean, both inside and out.
Perform other duties within the Water Department as needed
Upgrade license certification as required if the Board of Water Registrars updates the Town's certification requirements
Perform all tasks as assigned or required by the Water Superintendent

Qualifications:

Valid Massachusetts Driver's License
Must obtain a Grade 1-OIT license within 90 days of hire.
Grade 1-T in full license must be obtained within 14 months of date that the requisite Grade 1-OIT license was awarded.
Thereafter, employees are encouraged to seek their Grade 2-T license.
This position requires certification from the Massachusetts Division of Registration for Drinking Water Facilities. If the Town's Water System is upgraded, must obtain a license as the system is rated

Education & Experience:

High school diploma, trade school education, or equivalent training and experience.

Skills & Knowledge:

Knowledge of water treatment operations, equipment, and safety procedures
Skill in operating, maintaining, and repairing pumps, motors, and related systems
Ability to handle chemicals safely, perform physical labor, and work as part of a team
Ability to follow instructions, maintain records, and meet licensing requirements

Diversity & Inclusion is a key component of our success as an organization. The Town of Bridgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified individuals-regardless of background, experience, or strengths-to apply.