Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Tighe & Bond Inc

Where would you step in? 
As a valuable member of our One team, you will serve as an Engineering Technician – Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator primarily providing operation, maintenance, and testing services for wastewater treatment plants/systems and provide technical support to project managers and other staff.

Our One Team and Projects
Nearly 160 professional engineers strong and recent recipients of multiple ACEC Engineering Excellence and ASCE Project Awards, our senior technical and project management leaders have earned an outstanding reputation with private, state, and local government clients. We provide planning, design, and construction phase services for the construction of new, or improvements to existing, conveyance systems, treatment plants, pump stations, and other water infrastructure. We assist our clients with capital improvement plans, hydraulic modeling services, and implementing asset management programs while also undertaking study projects including Long Term CSO Control Plans, Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plans, Integrated Water Resource Management Plans, and Sewer System Evaluation Studies.  

What will you be doing?
As one of Tighe & Bond’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators, you will ensure the proper operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities by following established procedures, addressing safety or maintenance issues, and adjusting system components as needed to maintain compliance with customer, regulatory, and permit requirements. Your responsibilities include conducting sampling and field analyses, maintaining accurate records, submitting required reports, and ensuring facility safety and cleanliness. You will also respond promptly to alarms when on call, assist other operators, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in plant operations. Additional duties may be assigned to support the efficient functioning of the facility. You will be part of an on-call rotation requiring night and weekend coverage as needed.

What does a Engineering Technician 2 need?   
Must have and maintain a valid Massachusetts Wastewater Treatment Operators License (minimum Grade 4) and have ability to prioritize and work under required schedules. Must have valid driver’s license and pass motor vehicle insurance check for ability to drive Tighe & Bond vehicles.  Proficient mathematical skills and knowledge of local regulatory requirements are required.

Ways to grow your career 
We offer tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, professional development and membership reimbursement, conference attendance, and networking opportunities. We also offer a clear career path progression and mentorship from more experienced staff. 

What is the culture like? 
We are fully committed to the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. Our inclusive culture is supportive and flexible so everyone can thrive. We genuinely like each other and enjoy events like our annual company-wide summer Lobsterfest, holiday parties, ball games, and other office activities. Giving back is also very important at Tighe & Bond; we demonstrate our commitment by providing multiple scholarships and encouraging employees to earn more PTO by participating in our award-winning Make a Difference community service program.  

Your financial future and wellness  
Our benefits consistently receive top marks from our employees, and they are designed for all generations, including a unique student loan repayment assistance program. We offer up to $1,000 in wellness incentives and reimbursements each plan year, including up to $400 in rewards through completing wellness activities throughout the year and up to $600 in fitness, mind & body, and weight-loss program reimbursements. We also offer two medical plan options including a generous PPO and an HSA eligible plan with employer contribution, dental, eye care, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 8 holidays, PTO, optional legal insurance, discounted pet insurance, adoption assistance, spot awards, scholarships for employees’ college students, paid parental leave, Leadership in Safety awards, and recruitment and referral incentives. Engineering Technician  salaries are determined based on internal equity and market analysis and will vary based on the candidate’s skill and experience; the salary range for this position is $60,021 - $93,894. As an employee-owned company, we also offer generous year-end bonuses and robust deferred income benefits to help you build wealth through our matching 401(k), ESOP, and annual profit sharing. 

More about Tighe & Bond 
We are a thriving, employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm. In addition to being a top ten ENR New England Design Firm, we’ve been recognized as the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, ranked first in the Engineering and Environmental Services categories in Banker & Tradesman's "Best of" competition in 2022, and have been honored twice with the PSMJ Circle of Excellence award. With a team of over 500 designers, planners, scientists, and engineers, we offer creative solutions for land use, infrastructure, and building design, including addressing crucial challenges related to water resources, transportation, and both the built and natural environment throughout the Northeast. We are committed to growth, exceptional service, and designing for a more sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity Employer 
We are an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.