The town’s Water and Sewer Department is seeking a candidate to fill the position of light equipment operator. The individual will work in the operation and maintenance of water distribution and sewer collection systems, with duties to include drawing samples for testing, flushing hydrants, cleaning waste-water stations and water mains, reading meters, locating service lines and other tasks. Applicants should send a cover letter and resume as soon as possible to the Department of Public Works, 20 Ponderosa Road, Ashland, MA 01721, or e-mail dmiller@ashlandmass.com. For more details, visit the town's website, www.ashlandmass.com.