{"id":3992,"date":"2026-05-11T12:47:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T12:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=3992"},"modified":"2026-05-11T12:47:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T12:47:24","slug":"town-of-ipswich-ipswich-ma-26-wastewater-treatment-plant-operations-mechanic","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/job\/town-of-ipswich-ipswich-ma-26-wastewater-treatment-plant-operations-mechanic\/","title":{"rendered":"Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Mechanic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator<\/strong><br \/><strong>Town of Ipswich \u2014 Keep Our Community Flowing!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Join the Town of Ipswich as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator and play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment every single day.<\/p>\n<p>This is more than a job\u2014it\u2019s essential, hands-on work that keeps our town running clean, safe, and sustainable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pay &amp; Benefits<\/strong><br \/>Union position with a starting rate of <strong>$35.4640\/hour<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Generous benefits package, including:<\/p>\n<p>Health, dental, and vision insurance<br \/>Retirement\/pension plan<br \/>Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave<br \/>Ongoing training and professional development<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><br \/>As part of our team, you\u2019ll help operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, and collection system. Your work will include:<\/p>\n<p>Troubleshooting and repairing pumps, compressors, and treatment equipment<br \/>Performing lab testing and monitoring treatment processes<br \/>Completing preventative and corrective maintenance tasks<br \/>Recording and reporting system performance, repairs, and inventory needs<br \/>Assisting contractors with equipment installations and upgrades<br \/>Maintaining tools, vehicles, and facility grounds<br \/>Rotating through essential duties like sludge processing, cleaning, and snow removal<br \/>No two days are the same\u2014you\u2019ll stay active, engaged, and always learning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You Bring<\/strong><br \/>Massachusetts Wastewater Operator Certification (Grade 5 minimum)<br \/>2+ years of experience (preferred)<br \/>High school diploma or trade school certification<br \/>CDL Class B (or ability to obtain within 1 year)<br \/>Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills<br \/>Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, and CMMS systems<br \/>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team<\/p>\n<p><strong>Work Environment<\/strong><br \/>This is a dynamic, hands-on role with both indoor and outdoor work:<\/p>\n<p>Exposure to weather, water, and humidity<br \/>Industrial equipment, noise, and vibration<br \/>Occasional confined spaces and physically demanding tasks<br \/>If you like working with your hands and being out in the field, you\u2019ll fit right in.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Physical Requirements<\/strong><br \/>Lift up to 50 lbs (frequently 25 lbs)<br \/>Stand, walk, climb, and work in tight spaces as needed<br \/>Use tools, equipment, and monitoring instruments regularly<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Join the Town of Ipswich?<\/strong><br \/>Make a direct impact on your local community<br \/>Enjoy stable, union employment with strong pay<br \/>Work with a dedicated, supportive team<br \/>Build a long-term career in a critical public service field<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Today<\/strong><br \/>If you\u2019re ready for a rewarding, hands-on career that makes a difference, we want to hear from you!<\/p>\n<p>Interested candidates must complete a Town of Ipswich Employment Application (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichma.gov\/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&amp;From=All&amp;CommunityJobs=False&amp;JobID=Wastewater-Treatment-Plant-Operations-Me-151\">available online<\/a>) and submit it along with a resume using one of the following methods:<\/p>\n<p>Email: hr@ipswichma.gov<br \/>Mail or In Person:<br \/>Town of Ipswich \u2013 Human Resources<br \/>Ipswich Town Hall<br \/>25 Green Street<br \/>Ipswich, MA 01938<\/p>\n<p>Join the Town of Ipswich and help keep our water clean and our community thriving.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":126,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Ipswich, MA","_application":"https:\/\/www.ipswichma.gov\/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Wastewater-Treatment-Plant-Operations-Me-151","_company_name":"Town of Ipswich","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.ipswichma.gov","_company_tagline":"Bridging History","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-types":[26],"class_list":{"0":"post-3992","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","6":"job-type-full-time"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/3992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/126"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3992"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mawea.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=3992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}