Job Posting
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.