Join an Award-Winning Team

The Maine Rural Water Association (MRWA) has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for five consecutive years. We are a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to strengthening Maine’s water and wastewater utilities through training, technical assistance, and advocacy.

We are seeking an experienced Wastewater Circuit Rider to provide hands-on support to small and rural wastewater systems across the state.

This is not a desk job. It is a field-based, relationship-driven, independent technical role.

Position Summary

The Wastewater Circuit Rider provides on-site operational troubleshooting, regulatory guidance, and training to Maine’s wastewater treatment facilities and collection systems.

This is a full-time, salaried position requiring extensive statewide travel and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

You will often be the only MRWA representative on-site. Success in this role requires confidence working alone, solving problems in real time, and building trust with operators and municipal leaders.

Essential Responsibilities

Technical Assistance

Provide on-site troubleshooting and operational guidance
Assist systems in meeting regulatory compliance requirements (NPDES, monitoring, reporting)
Evaluate plant performance and recommend improvements
Promote preventative maintenance and operational efficiency
Support systems during operational or compliance challenges

Training & Outreach

Conduct hands-on and classroom training
Serve as a trusted technical resource to wastewater professionals
Attend National Rural Water Association conferences twice annually for training

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate records of site visits and assistance provided
Prepare clear written summaries and recommendations
Meet program deliverables and reporting expectations

Is This Role Right for You?

This position requires a very specific temperament.

You may thrive in this role if you:

Are comfortable working independently most days
Take initiative without waiting to be directed
Remain calm and steady in stressful or unfamiliar situations
Are patient when explaining technical concepts
Listen first and speak thoughtfully
Enjoy helping others solve problems
Can walk into a facility, assess the situation, and methodically work toward solutions
Build trust through professionalism and consistency

This may not be the right fit if you:

Prefer highly structured, closely supervised work environments
Need daily direction or frequent feedback to stay on task
Become easily frustrated when others learn at a slower pace
Prefer working primarily in an office setting

This role requires maturity, patience, strong judgment, and the ability to represent the Association with credibility and professionalism.

Required Qualifications

Wastewater Operator Certification (minimum Class II preferred; higher license strongly preferred)
Minimum 5 years of hands-on wastewater operations experience
Strong understanding of treatment processes and collection systems
Working knowledge of state and federal wastewater regulations
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide regularly and out of state twice annually

Physical & Travel Requirements

Extensive statewide travel; occasional overnight stays required
Twice annually travel to National Rural Water training events
Ability to walk facilities, climb ladders, and navigate uneven terrain
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salaried compensation ($64,000 – $72,000, commensurate with experience)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and certification support

If you are an experienced wastewater professional who values independence, service, and technical excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our award-winning team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Wastewater Operator Certification (Class II or higher) (Required)

Willingness to travel:

100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

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