NOTICE OF JOB POSTING

Open to current members of Town of Bridgewater AFSCME union only

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.