Job Title: Water Operator
Department: Water Department
Reports to: Water Department Supervisor
Status: Full-Time
Position Summary
New London Utilities is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Water Operator. This position focuses on the operation and maintenance of the city’s water distribution and treatment facilities. You will assist in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality drinking water to the community through regular system inspections, repairs, and water quality monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
- 2 years of experience working with municipal water system is preferred, but not required.
- Wisconsin DNR certifications in groundwater and distribution and Iron removal or the ability to achieve within first year of employment.
- Wisconsin CDL with appropriate endorsements or the ability to achieve within the first year of employment. Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required.
- Sound mechanical ability and computer knowledge (Word/Excel) is preferred.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Ability to work alone and within a team atmosphere.
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of water mains, hydrants, valves, and water quality monitoring.
- Perform regular testing and monitoring of water samples.
- Conduct daily checks of wells, pumps, and storage facilities and provide chemical treatments as directed to ensure proper operation of the water system.
- Respond to after-hours trouble calls, including broken or frozen pipes. Part of an on-call rotation.
- Operate various tools and heavy construction equipment like backhoes and dump trucks after proper training.
- Salary range is dependent on qualifications, and is negotiable based on experience. This position comes with an excellent benefit package including: health, dental and vision insurance, vacation, paid holidays, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), and free membership to the New London Aquatic and Fitness Center. A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
A job description can be found on the Utilities website at www.newlondonutilities.org. Contact Jason Bessette, General Manager, at (920)-982-8516 with any questions. Applications will be accepted until April 16, 2026. Please send resume, cover letter to NLU@nluwi.org. or mail them to P.O. Box 304, New London, WI 54961-0304 Attention: General Manager.