Laborer 1 - Water Distribution
Ridgewood WaterRESPONSIBILITIES · Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods of time under varying temperatures and climatic conditions. · Ability to learn various types of electronic equipment, including field information systems, pipe-locating equipment, and equipment/software used for performing utility markouts. · Under direction, may learn to make routine repairs to valves, fittings, pipe sections, or other equipment used in the area of assignment. · Position may require working after scheduled hours (on occasion) to help complete work under the direction of a Senior Water Repairman, Supervisor, or Superintendent. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS · Applicants must be able to obtain a valid NJ Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with applicable endorsements within 1 year of hire. · Experience working at a water utility or in the trades preferred. SALARY AND BENEFITS The Village of Ridgewood is a Civil Service municipality and an Equal Opportunity Employer. · Starting salary is $57,076, as per current Union Collective Bargaining Agreement. · This position is eligible for the NJ State Pension System as well as NJ State Health Benefits Program. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: jgillespie@ridgewoodnj.net . Application Deadline: November 10, 2026 Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $57,076.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person