Utility System Operator I (Water Production)

Peoria; Peoria, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria is seeking a Utility System Operator I (Water Production) to onsite at the Municipal Operations Center in Peoria, AZ. This full-time role supports installation, maintenance, and repair of the water system and requires physical labor.

Applicants must have a High School diploma or equivalent. A CDL-A with HazMat/Tanker endorsements within 6 months and ADEQ Grade I Water Certification within 1 year are required. Shift work may apply.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalency required.
• No prior experience required for this position.
• Physical labor is a main job requirement.
• Arizona Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements needed within 6 months of hire; ADEQ Grade I certification within one year.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma

ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution/Water Treatment certification within 1 year

Job description

## Utility System Operator I (Water Production)Apply: Onsite Work: Municipal Operations Center, Peoria, AZ: Full time: Posted Today: JR100384Application Deadline:October 4, 2026**Salary Range:**Min $26.28 - Mid $29.40 - Max $32.52To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.**Department:**Water Services**Minimum Requirements:****Education:** High school graduation or equivalency. **Experience:** No prior experience is required for this position **Physical Demands:** A main requirement of the job is physical labor **Licenses 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 Peoria**The 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 Peoria**We are PEORIA!****P**rofessional**, **E****thical**, **O****pen**, **R****esponsive**, **I****nnovative**, **A****ccountable**Application 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.**