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Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities in the City of Fitchburg!

Municipal government offers people the opportunity to serve the community, as well as to work in a professional and career fulfilling environment. Our City has high expectations of those who join our team, but at the same time, we regard our employees as our most valuable asset. We recognize that it is our employees who drive our success and meet the needs of our City’s residents and businesses every day. So to attract and retain the best staff, we offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package and opportunities for career growth and development.

To apply for an open position, select the job title you are interested in and click the “Apply” link. If this is your first time applying online, you must create an account and select a username and password. Please note, you will not be able to complete an application until your account has been setup. Once the account setup is completed, you may begin completing your application. The information in your account will be saved and may be used to apply for future positions. Please note the City accepts electronic applications only. Applications are accepted for open and currently advertised positions only.

You will have the opportunity to upload a resume and cover letter. Read the job posting carefully; it contains information about the position for which you are applying. Answer all questions completely and accurately. Your opportunity for employment begins with the accuracy and completeness of your application. The information you provide in the application and assessment (if applicable) will be the primary basis for evaluating your qualifications.

You are responsible for documenting all relevant qualifications in the appropriate section of the application (i.e., do not refer to a resume in lieu of listing responsibilities on your application). Your completed application, resume, cover letter and any other documents which may be required, may be electronically uploaded.

Upon completion and electronic submission of your application, you will receive email notification regarding the status of your application. The Human Resources office is not able to provide status updates via telephone.

The City of Fitchburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We highly value diversity in our workplace. Candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, gender, national origin or citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, veteran status or any other protected classifications. Interested individuals, who meet the minimum requirements, are invited to apply for consideration.

Thank you again for your interest in employment with the City of Fitchburg. We wish you every success!

Job Openings

Senior Wastewater Treatment Operator - WWTF  

Public Works Department | Wastewater
Rate of Pay: $30.17/hr. - $40.79/hr.
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Position will remain posted until filled.

Wastewater Treatment Operator  

Public Works Department | Wastewater
Rate of Pay: $24.73/hr. - $33.19/hr.
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Position will remain posted until filled.

Recreation Assistant   

Public Works Department | Recreation
Rate of Pay: $51,532 - $55,380
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posting will remain open until position is filled.

Secondary Water Treatment Plant Operator  

Public Works Department | Water Supply
Rate of Pay: $30.00/hr - $39.13/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posting will remain open until position is filled.

Clerk- Board of Health (Grant/City Funded)  

Board of Health | None
Rate of Pay: $39,468 - $48,880
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posting will remain open until position is filled.

Heavy/Special Motor Equipment Operator - DPW/Streets Division - (2) Openings  

Public Works Department | Streets
Rate of Pay: $26.00/hr. - $36.53/hr. (see job description)
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posting will remain open until positions are filled.

Temporary Seasonal Laborer - Water   

Public Works Department | Water Supply
Rate of Pay: $18.00/hr - $18.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posted until Filled; First consideration given to applications received on or by March 27, 2023

Temporary Seasonal Laborer - Streets  

Public Works Department | Streets
Rate of Pay: $18.00/hr - $18.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posted until Filled; First consideration given to applications received on or by March 27, 2023

Playground Leader  

Public Works Department | Recreation
Rate of Pay: $16.00/hr. - $16.00/hr.
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posting will remain open until positions are filled.

Lifeguard I  

Public Works Department | Recreation
Rate of Pay: $21.00/hr - $21.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Positions will remain posted until filled.

Temporary Seasonal Laborer - Parks  

Public Works Department | Parks
Rate of Pay: $18.00/hr - $18.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posted until Filled; First consideration given to applications received on or by March 27, 2023

Temporary Seasonal Laborer - Cemetery  

Public Works Department | Cemetery
Rate of Pay: $18.00/hr - $18.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Posted until Filled; First consideration given to applications received on or by March 27, 2023

Light Motor Equipment Operator (LMEO) - Water  

Public Works Department | Water Supply
Rate of Pay: $20.50/hr - $26.74/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Position will remain posted until filled.

Heavy/Special Motor Equipment Operator (H/SMEO) - Water  

Public Works Department | Water Supply
Rate of Pay: $26.00/hr - $33.92/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Position will remain open until filled.

Head Water Service Inspector  

Public Works Department | Water Supply
Rate of Pay: $32.00/hr - $41.76/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Position will remain posted until filled.

Principal Clerk - Senior Center  

Council on Aging | Senior Center Council on Aging
Rate of Pay: $48,412 - $53,144
Status: Until Filled
Details: First consideration given to applications received on or by June 9, 2023..

Civilian Police Dispatcher - Per Diem  

Police Department | None
Rate of Pay: $33.00/hr - $33.00/hr
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Multiple Openings; Posting will remain open until filled.