06/26/2026
The Town currently has an open position for a Public Works, Water and Wastewater Apprentice -
This is a training classification wherein the trainee learns to operate a water treatment plant, wastewater reclamation and pumping stations. The Apprentice is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and must apply for and receive a Temporary Certificate as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator prior to commencing work. The Operator is also required to possess a valid Maryland driver’s license.
This position shall be hourly, full-time employment working such hours as required, to accomplish the duties assigned but not to exceed 40 hours in any given week. This position requires working weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule with other licensed operators at the wastewater treatment plant. Employees in this class are essential, thus subject to call back under emergency conditions.
The duties and responsibilities of the Apprentice include, but are not limited to, the following items:
1. Learn to operate and maintain the Town Water Treatment and Distribution systems and the Town Wastewater Collection and Treatment systems under the direction of the Superintendent.
2. Attend such courses and seminars as may be required to qualify for certification.
3. Execute the Public Works Department duties and responsibilities to include routine maintenance of the Town streets, sidewalks, parks, buildings and equipment under the direction of the Superintendent.
4. Maintain and mow all Town owned properties under the direction of the Superintendent. To include w**d eating, trimming of shrubbery, removal of debris/limbs and leaf blowing.
$21.00 per hour with an excellent benefits package. The Town of Trappe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination based on age, race, s*x, handicap or national origin is expressly prohibited.
Interested applicants can apply by sending a resume to:
Town of Trappe,
Attn: Erin Braband, Town Administrator
4011 Powell Avenue, PO Box 162, Trappe, MD 21673
Email resume to: [email protected]