Water System Maintenance Worker

Job Title

Water System Maintenance Worker – Department of Public Works, Water Division (DPW – Water)

Status: UFCW Laborers Union, Non-Exempt;
Full‑Time (40 Hours)

Salary:
Grade 5L, Step 05 – $18.31/Hour (plus $1.00/Hour for licenses).

Schedule:

Mon‑Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Certifications/Licenses

Required:

Massachusetts Class B CDL;
Massachusetts Class A CDL Preferred.

Under supervision/direction, the Water System Maintenance Worker works with personnel, equipment, and resources to perform a variety of skilled and semi‑skilled manual work in the construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of a water system, including water mains, service connections, hydrants, meters, and valves. The role requires availability for emergency work on nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve Emergency Night Stand‑by Duty.

• Install and repair water mains and appurtenances
• Install and repair water service connections
• Operate, clean, and maintain tapping and drilling machines
• Operate, clean, and maintain pumping equipment used in the installation and maintenance of water mains and service connections
• Repair trenches and excavations by patching with bituminous and concrete materials
• Wash and clean all motor vehicles, as directed by foreman or other supervising authority
• Maintain material stock on utility truck as directed by the supervising authority
• Other duties as assigned per the full job description

• Massachusetts Class B CDL License – Required
• Massachusetts Class A CDL License – Preferred
• Minimum 1 year of related experience and/or training or a combination of education and experience/training
• Working knowledge of water treatment and systems operations
• Working knowledge of a wide variety of hand tools, air tools, and hydraulic tools
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Recurring Sick Time
• Vacation
• Thirteen Holidays Per Year
• Retirement Plan
• And more