Utility System Operator I (Water Production)

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Peoria is hiring for a water services assistant responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the city’s water system. The role involves servicing equipment linked to well-field treatment and delivery systems and requires readiness for shift work, weekends, and standby duties.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with an AZ Class A CDL including HazMat and Tanker endorsements within six months of hire, and aim to complete the ADEQ Grade I certification

Qualifications

• Requires able to perform physical labor and operate maintenance equipment.
• Must possess or quickly obtain HazMat/Tanker CDL as noted.
• ADEQ Grade I certification must be achieved within given timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of the water system.
• Service equipment related to well-field treatment and delivery systems.

Skills

Physical labor

Water system maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AZ CDL Class A with HazMat & Tanker endorsement within 6 months

ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution or Water Treatment within 1 year

Job description

Application Deadline:October 4, 2026Salary Range:Min $26.28 - Mid $29.40 - Max $32.52To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.Department:Water ServicesMinimum Requirements:Education: High school graduation or equivalency.Experience: No prior experience is required for this positionPhysical Demands: A main requirement of the job is physical laborLicenses and Certifications:Valid Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with HazMAT and Tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.Grade I Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Certification in Water Distribution or Water Treatment within one year of hire.Tell me more...The purpose of this position is to provide assistance with the installation, maintenance, and repair work of the water system. This is accomplished by servicing equipment related to well-field treatment and delivery systems. Other duties may include completing related tasks as assigned. Shift work, weekends, holidays, standby duty and call back duty may be required.To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here. ** Operator Certification Pay Incentive Program Available To All Eligible Staff **Why Peoria?Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.About PeoriaThe City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!Get an inside look at the Culture of PeoriaWe are PEORIA!Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, AccountableApplication Process:Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.