EMPLOYMENT

NHWWA offers its members the opportunity to post job openings here for free. Non-members can post openings for $50 per posting, per 30 day period. Postings will appear for 30 days unless you contact us to extend.  We have added an Internship section for companies looking for interns as well as individuals looking for internships. In keeping with our workforce development goals, all internship and intern inquiries are free to post.

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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS

Water Distribution Operations – Water Utility Field Technician – Merrimack Village District

Posted September 27, 2024

Job Summary and Responsibilities: The Merrimack Village District is accepting applications for the position of a full-time Distribution Water Utility Field Technician. The applicant will be required to perform skilled tasks and operate & maintain a variety of light and heavy equipment for maintenance and repair of District owned property and infrastructure to include water mains, hydrants, unidirectional flushing, water meters and backflow device testing. Candidates must also be able to follow oral and written instructions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, contractors and the public; the ability to understand rules and regulations and comply with safety practices.

Requirements:  Candidates for this position must have High School diploma or equivalent, have three (3) to five (5) years of experience in utility and/ or other similar work, a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A preferred; Water Distribution Grade I Certification from New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.  Must possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook & Word.  Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, Geographic Information System (GIS) and Elements Asset Management software preferred. Required to work in adverse weather conditions, availability after hours, weekends and holidays for On-Call rotation and as needed.

 Salary/Benefits:  $20.38 to $36.11 DOE: Exceptional Full Benefit Package – Health/Dental Insurance, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, NH Retirement System and 457 Plan.  Paid Vacation and Sick Time.

To Apply:  Please submit cover letter & resume to office@mvdwater.org.  For a full job description, please email office@mvdwater.org.  Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.  EOE

Water Treatment Operator – City of Rochester, NH

Posted October 28, 2024

The City of Rochester, NH Department of Public Works is accepting applications for a full-time Water Treatment Plant Operator to perform highly skilled work in the operations and maintenance of the municipal water treatment and storage facilities. If you like wrenches, computers, microscopes, or electronics, then this field may be for you.
The City of Rochester public water supply is a blended source (surface water and groundwater) Grade 3 Treatment and Grade 3 distribution system showcased multiple times by the Journal of the New England Water Works Association. Operators share duties operating and maintaining the treatment plants, pump stations, and storage tanks, and monitoring approximately 6500 acres of scenic protected watershed which includes Blue Job State Forest, multiple reservoirs, and dam and control structures.
Special Requirements
  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • possession of a valid driver’s license
  •  3 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities
  • NH Treatment Plant Operators Grade II license or the ability to obtain license within 2 years. The city provides on-the-job training and continuing education through industry associations and experts in the field.
AFSCME grade 5; Pay range $22.55 to $30.57 hourly dependent upon qualifications and experience. Pre-employment testing will include educational and criminal background, driving record, medical and drug screen.
For more information on the City’s application process, to view the entire job description or to obtain an application, visit the Human Resources page of the City’s website at www.rochesternh.gov.
A rating of your application will be based on your fit, education, assessment, training, and experience as it relates to the requirements for this position. It is essential, therefore, that you provide complete and accurate educational and employment information on your application.
Position open until filled.
Submit a city application to:
Human Resources #601100
City of Rochester
31 Wakefield Street
Rochester, NH  03867
All applications for this position will be held in confidence.