Pumping Station Operator

The Town of Burlington is seeking an individual to perform skilled manual work for the Water & Sewer Division related to the general operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems under the direction of the Superintendent of the Water & Sewer Division.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Service, maintain and repair pumps and auxiliary machinery and equipment

Daily readings of pump station meters and gauges; maintain charts, records, and logs of activities

Install, maintain, repair, test, and adjust machinery used in the sewer collection systems

Utilize work order system and other electronic devices to complete daily assignments

Operate specialized equipment including air compressors and mechanical drives

Operate and maintain gasoline and diesel engines

Assist in snow removal operations; subject to emergency recall

Assist with other general facility maintenance and public works operations, as necessary Minimum qualifications include

Must possess a CDL Class B License with tank endorsement.

Must possess a Hoisting License 1B and 2A.

Applicants without the necessary CDL and Hoisting Licenses may be considered under certain conditions.

Must possess a working knowledge of air compressors and mechanical drives.

Must be familiar with basic functions and operation of purifying equipment.

Must have experience in the operation and maintenance of gasoline and diesel engines.

Must be able to climb up and down ladders to a depth of 25' below street level.

Must be available for emergency snow removal and able to plow and sand roads. This is a full time union position, 40 hours per week, within the Department of Public Works bargaining unit. Salary is within Group 86 of the DPW contract.

Pay range starts at $30.82/hr, providing annual salary increases to a maximum rate of $43.83/hr, and includes comprehensive and generous benefits.

Benefits include

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, 13 holidays

Pension Plan

Clothing Allowance

Education Reimbursement

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Eligible for overtime opportunities

Please note: The selected candidate shall be required to submit to a full background check as required by MA General Law and DOT regulations. Any conditional offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory background check results.

Applications received by October 24, 2025 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled