Water Resources Technician -Waste Water (Laboratory Technician II) - Town of Amherst - AMHERST

Water Resources Technician -Waste Water (Laboratory Technician II)

To Commensurate With Experience

AMHERST, MA

Full Time

Government/Public Service

Associate Degree
Required

4+
Required

NEWEA Voluntary Lab Analyst Certification Level I. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License. Valid Massachusetts Driver’s license. - Preference: Required

Town of Amherst

Water Resources Technician -Waste Water (Laboratory Technician II)

DPW – Waste Water

The Town of Amherst seeks a Water Resources Technician to performs a variety of monitoring, sampling, and laboratory analyses pursuant to the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP). Tasks are generally related to compliance monitoring of water, sewer, landfill, drainage and other regulated activities of the Town.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates Degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, or other related subject PLUS a minimum of four (4) years of professional experience OR a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.  NEWEA Voluntary Lab Analyst Certification Level I. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators License. Valid Massachusetts Driver’s license.

Hiring Range - $23.46 - $31.53 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. To view the full job description and qualifications and to apply visit https://amherstma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1089

The Town enjoys a long tradition of active, participatory, & professional government, and seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.