Water and People

The Department is seeking an Engineering Technician with a minimum of 5 years of experience within the water utility industry. A minimum of an Associate's Degree with major course work in civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydraulics, computer technology, GIS knowledge, construction management or a related field is required and possess a valid CT motor vehicle license. The Board of Water Commissioners reserves the right to allow of exceptions or equivalencies. Offers of employment will be subject to passing a pre-employment physical exam, including a urinalysis drug test. The position starts at $72,779 and after one year, $81,764.

Apply in person at the Southington Water Department, 605 West Queen Street, Southington, CT or by email with a resume at hr@southingtonwater.org; by the end of the business day on Friday, July 11, 2025.

At the South-Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (RWA), we provide more than just water—we deliver life-sustaining resources to nearly 430,000 consumers every day. As a nonprofit public corporation driven by our commitment to excellence and community, we take pride in being responsible stewards of over 28,000 acres of watershed land, ensuring the sustainability of our environment for future generations. Guided by the principles of Conscious Capitalism, we believe in the power of business to make a positive impact on the region we serve.

When you join RWA, you have more than a job, you have a purpose and will become part of a team that values integrity, environmental stewardship, and community service. You’ll work with purpose, knowing that every drop of water we deliver makes a difference, and that our customers trust us to uphold the highest standards of reliability, sustainability, and care.

Pay Range: $30-50 per hour.

Application Link: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/sccrwa/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/940

Location: North Franklin, CT

Job Summary:

The Plumber/Technician is an experienced journeyman who will work for Carboni Plumbing and Heating a RWA Well Services Company and report to the Operations Manager. This role will perform residential plumbing, repair, maintenance, and installation functions, including well pump systems, water treatment, gas, and oil-fired equipment, remodeling new construction, drain cleaning, frozen pipe repair and all other general plumbing service work.

This position is responsible for handling residential services issues, including diagnosis, repair installation functions. Must be skilled and adept at interfacing with customers, explaining and resolving general plumbing issues

Responsibilities:

Runs residential services calls for plumbing-based, repair, maintenance or new construction.
Performs residential Well Services repair and maintenance calls.
Monitors truck inventory, prepares requisitions for procurement of materials and supplies.
Customer-facing communication responsibility regarding plumbing service diagnosis and repair requirements.
Coverage required for early starts and after-hours emergency situations, as needed.
Participates in training to stay current with new technology and techniques.
Other duties as required to achieve the mission of the RWA Well Services.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
P-2 or higher plumbing license required
S-2 License a plus


Experience/Skills/Abilities:

Minimum 4 years of field experience in residential plumbing services
Solid grasp of residential Well System configuration, diagnosis, and repair.
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) and work as a team.
Ability to utilize technology such as an iPad for daily operational use.
Must be able to initiate and work through conflicts to achieve desired change.
Must be able to read and understand residential plumbing manual and specifications.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in performing duties.
Maintain valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator’s license.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm and composed.
Ability to multi-task when assigning, reviewing, and tracking numerous work orders and projects.


South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (SCCRWA) will not discriminate or permit discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, intellectual disability, mental disability or physical disability including, but not limited to, blindness, (unless such disability, even with reasonable accommodation, prevents the applicant from being able to perform the work involved), or in any manner prohibited by the laws of the United States or of the State of Connecticut. Further SCCRWA will not retaliate against or condone retaliation against any person or group of persons who oppose actions, treatment or conduct that they believe to be discriminatory.