Lead/Chief Operator, Wastewater

Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Lead Operator is to operate, maintain and oversee the operation and maintenance (O & M) of wastewater systems in their assigned area. The Lead Operator will be the point of contact, coordinator of tasks associated with system O & M, and be responsible for work performed by service and operators under their direction.

Hiring Requirements/Preferences:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• 7+ years of experience as a licensed wastewater/water operator, or equivalent education and experience, including treatment plants, collection/distribution systems and pump/booster stations.

• Must possess a Grade 5C issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or equivalent in CT, NH, or RI.

• Ability and willingness to fulfill on-call duties both nights and weekends.

• Ability to review, interpret and utilize information found in blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, diagrams, and equipment specifications.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of states that encompass the assigned service area.

• Must possess valid unrestricted driver's license.

• Ability to utilize computers, tablets and/or other electronic devices.

For more than 40 years, WhiteWater has been managing, operating, and maintaining municipal and private water and wastewater facilities throughout the northeast with pride and professionalism. We are a subsidiary of R.H. White, an award-winning construction services and solutions company, that has been in business since 1923.

WhiteWater was named 2019 Utility of the Year by the New England Water Works Association and is passionately focused on safely performing great work with our people for our clients. Help us fulfill our mission of protecting public health and (the environment) our most precious natural resource water.

WhiteWater is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.