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O&M TechnicianWoodard & Curran is an employee-owned engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports professional growth, flexibility, and meaningful work, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.What Will You Be Doing at Woodard & Curran?As an O&M Technician, you will join the team responsible for operating and maintaining the Acton, Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Facility. Our O&M team supports the wastewater treatment plant, collection system, and ancillary equipment at the site.Each day brings different challenges and opportunities to learn as the team works toward achieving 100% compliance through daily process monitoring and a comprehensive maintenance system. If you enjoy working outdoors and helping protect one of nature's most precious resources, water, this could be the opportunity for you.In this full-time position, you will support facility operations and maintenance projects, general facility and grounds maintenance, laboratory analysis, recordkeeping, and process control.Woodard & Curran is dedicated to the growth and development of our employees and wants to help you along your career path.What You Will Be Responsible For• Participate in the daily operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility, as directed by the Plant or Project Manager.• Participate in the daily operation and maintenance of the collection system and all associated components, as directed by the Plant or Project Manager.• Assist with preventive maintenance and repairs for plant-related equipment.• Complete daily inspections and rounds of the operating sites.• Gather information for report preparation, including data used to prepare the Monthly Operating Report.• Coordinate with operations staff to ensure established administrative, safety, and operating policies are followed.Schedule:The general daily schedule is:• Monday through Friday• 7:00 AM to 3:30 PMFlexibility is required for this position. Operators participate in an on-call rotation to provide plant coverage outside normal workday hours, and shifts may include weekends.Operators must also be available to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed.What Will You Need to Succeed?• A Massachusetts Grade 4 Wastewater Operator License.• Operations and maintenance experience at a wastewater treatment facility, or an equivalent combination of similar work experience and education.• Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, basic adjustments, cleaning, and documentation to keep plant and collection system equipment operating reliably.• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other personnel, and the general public.• Ability to support general building upkeep and site maintenance, including:Snow and ice responseMowingCleaningPaintingMinor carpentryMaintaining a safe and organized work environment• Comfort working with wastewater-related equipment, including:PumpsMotorsValvesBlowersMixersPipingScreensChemical feed systems• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.• Familiarity with biological and chemical treatment processes, with a particular aptitude for laboratory analysis, recordkeeping, and facility maintenance.Physical Requirements• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds.• Ability to respond to emergency situations and work in inclement weather as needed.Pre-Employment RequirementsSuccessful candidates will be required to complete the following before employment:• DOT background check• DOT pre-placement physical• DOT drug screenWhy Choose Woodard & Curran?Woodard & Curran offers a generous total rewards package that includes:• Competitive compensation• Retirement benefits• Generous paid time off• Paid holidays• Medical and dental insurance• Flexible spending account• Career growth opportunities• Support and reimbursement for earning, upgrading, and maintaining industry licenses and certifications• Bonus potential for obtaining the next level of licensure$23 - $35 an hour Depending on qualifications and experience.Woodard & Curran offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits & workplace policies visit Benefit & Policy Information - Woodard & Curran.E-Verify Participation : Woodard & Curran participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. As part of this process, we provide access to the Right to Work & E-Verify postings.Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to non-discrimination and make employment decisions based on job-related factors. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Beth Sweitzer.Text Messaging: To support an efficient hiring process, we may send brief SMS updates or reminders. You may opt out at any time by replying "STOP."Unsolicited agency submissions without a signed agreement are not eligible for referral fees.
Worksite address
acton, MA, 01720, US
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