Plant Operator

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The City of Attleboro Water Treatment Plant seeks an Plant Operator who under the direction of the Superintendent of Water, responsible for the inspection, maintenance and operation of the machinery and equipment used in a water treatment facility.

Duties include Operates and maintains equipment including pumps, filters, chemical feed system, mixers, and traveling screens. Cleans pumps and sediment screens. Cleans building interiors and exteriors. Checks pumping stations, dams, standpipes, and reservoirs. Opens and shuts valves, sluice gates, sludge gates, and related equipment. Checks watershed levels and makes proper adjustments to prevent loss of water. Conducts security checks at properties belonging to the Water Department.

Records hourly chlorine, pH, turbidity, fluoride, and storage tank levels. Rates chemical feed pumps and receives bulk chemical deliveries. Calibrates laboratory equipment. Performs system and process sampling and analysis. Answers and responds to consumer inquiries and complaints. Participates in City Snow and Ice Program. Performs related work as required.

High school diploma and five years of experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in physical or biological sciences, or other related field, and four years’ experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Mass. Water Treatment License Grade 3 or higher, Mass. Water Distribution License Grade D2 or higher, and Valid Driver’s License required.

Must have extensive knowledge of the processes and methods used in water treatment. Ability to operate equipment used in water treatment. Knowledge of state and federal laws regarding drinking water regulations.

If interested, please submit an application, resume and cover letter to the City of Attleboro, Human Resources Office, 77 Park St., Attleboro, MA 02703 or attleborojobs no later than February 05, 2026.