Wastewater Operator Position Available In Knox, Maine

Wastewater Operator Town of Camden Wastewater Department 20 Lions Lane, Camden, ME 04843 The Camden Wastewater Department, on the beautiful coast of Maine, is looking for a motivated Operator to join our team. The Wastewater department provides an essential service to our community while protecting the local environment. It’s a hands-on position where you can see the results of your efforts every day. Our plant is a secondary biological treatment facility that’s permitted to treat 1.2 million gallons per day. If you love science or you’re mechanically inclined this is the place for you. If you have experience in wastewater treatment that’s fantastic, if not we’re happy to train a candidate who is motivated and excited to learn.

Plant operators are responsible for:

• Collect wastewater samples and perform laboratory testing.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant and pump station equipment.
• Monitor treatment processes and make modifications when needed.
• Inspect and maintain the sewer collection system.
• Be available for on-call duty one week a month. The Town of Camden offers competitive pay, a great work life balance, and excellent benefits, including:
• Paid vacation,
• 13 paid holidays,
• 12 paid sick days,
• Health insurance with 100% the cost of the employee’s and 80% or more of the cost of the employee’s family (depending on the selected plan) paid by the Town,
• Vision and dental insurance plans,
• Life insurance,
• Contributions to employee retirement plan (Maine PERS pension program or traditional 401(k)),
• Salary step increases and cost of living adjustments.

The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, and have a Maine driver’s license. Additionally, a State of Maine Wastewater Operator’s Grade I License is required or will need to be obtained within 18 months of employment. Training for the Grade I license may be completed at work and will be paid for by the Town. The Town of Camden is an equal opportunity employer, a great place to work, a beautiful place to live, and we strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.09 – $35.35 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift On call Ability to

Commute:

Camden, ME 04843 (Required)

Work Location:

In person