Wareham Fire District

Working for You Everyday Since 1907

Welcome to the Wareham Fire District
 
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Please do not pay through DOXO website.  They have no affiliation to Wareham Fire District.

Wareham Water has teamed with the Town of Wareham and Onset Fire District on a new Reverse 911 system.   Click on the logo above to register for alerts and to stay informed.
 
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Water Technician

 Established in 1907, the Wareham Fire District Water Department’s mission is to serve the public within the confines of the Wareham Fire District the best potable water at the most reasonable cost, provide the highest quality of service and to efficiently maintain competence, availability, and professionalism to those it serves.

 

We are seeking a qualified Water Technician to join our team and to grow within our organization.

 

Responsibilities include: Serves the Water Department in day-to-day activities in the treatment, distribution, and storage of water operations. Assists in the repair, installation, excavation and maintenance of water department meters, services, hydrants, water mains and other appurtenances.  Performs routine and emergency maintenance and repairs of all District owned assets. Performs equipment monitoring, recording of data, meter reading and data entry utilizing water department software.  Attention to detail and adherence to standard operating procedures is required. Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

Education and Experience: High School Education or equivalent. A qualified candidate must possess a Grade 1 Distribution License (D-1) or Grade 1 Treatment Operator License (T-1) and have the ability to achieve T-2 and D-3 licenses during course of employment with District along with a 2A Hoisting License and CDL. Attention to detail and adherence to standard operating procedures is required.

 

Schedule and Requirements: 40 Hour Work Week;  Monday through Friday. After successful completion of the probationary period Water Technician will become part of the rotating on-call night and weekend schedule and will be required to reside within 30 minutes of Wareham.

 

Salary and Benefits: Full-time Benefit-eligible union position; hourly range $26.00 – $37.20. The Wareham Fire District provides a generous benefit package including health, dental and vision insurance.

 

To Apply: Click here for an application or pick up and drop off your application at the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office, 2550 Cranberry Highway, Wareham, MA 02571. The deadline to apply is July 15, 2025.  Applications can be emailed to twilcox@warehamfiredistrict.org.

 The Wareham Fire District Water Department is an equal opportunity employer.


 

Election Results - April 19, 2025

Water Commissioner (three year term)
Edward J. Tamagini, III - 110
Blanks - 24

Water Commissioner (one year term)
John B. English, III - 104
Blanks - 29
Write In - 1

Prudential Committee (2 - three year terms)
George T. Barrett - 66
Dean J. Decas - 106
Steven F. Curry - 47
Blanks - 49
 

Form 1095-B - Minimal Essential Coverage

Form 1095-B is used to report certain information to the IRS and to taxpayers about individuals who are covered by minimal essential coverage for health insurance.  Starting in 2025, employers are no longer required to mail this form to their employees. 

Employees may receive a copy of their statement upon request at the Clerk/Treasurer's Office. 


 

NON-PAYMENT SHUT OFF POLICY


All original water bills are due within 30-days. Water bills in arrears greater than 30-days are subject to receiving a past due notice and interest charges as described in the rate schedule. The following actions will be taken after the past due notice is received:


1. If the bill is still outstanding 75 days after the original invoice and no contact is made to arrange for
a payment, a letter of termination of water service is sent.


2. If payment is not received as previously described, you will receive a red-door knocker/termination notice with a final payment due date.


3. On the day the service is to be terminated, a Water Department Technician will attempt to provide verbal notice to any occupant of the premises that service will be terminated.


4. A service charge as defined in the rate schedule shall be assessed for any unpaid balance due. Any customer, prior to the termination of service, may agree to a written payment plan with the Water Department to avoid shut-off provided the account is not in default of a current payment plan.
 
3/17/21 - DOXO ONLINE BILL PAY HAS NO AFFILIATION WITH THE WAREHAM FIRE DISTRICT

DOXO bill pay is a third-party bill paying service that uses the District address and contact information on their website to make it appear as if they are affiliated with the Wareham Fire District. They are NOT.  Customers who attempt to pay their water bills through DOXO may be hit with excessive fees and the District has no control over when the payment will be received. 
To make sure you are paying the Wareham Fire District directly, please click on the Unipay link above.
 
The Wareham Fire District Grant Information for West Wareham Main Street Water Main Project Is Located In The Water Department Tab.
 


The Wareham Fire District was established by Chapter 178 of the Acts of 1907. That special legislation was approved on March 8, 1907.
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