Utility Worker I & II - Water Distribution

Town of Gilbert; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 62,838,000 - 105,734,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Gilbert is hiring for Utility Worker I & II in Water Distribution. The roles involve installing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the water system, and operating heavy equipment. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or GED, with CDL permit and Tanker endorsement, and ADEQ Grade I certification within a year.

On-call rotation is required; pay ranges are provided below. This is a driving role with pre-employment motor vehicle checks. First review on a set date.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Up to 1 year of public sector water system or related equipment maintenance experience preferred.
• Must possess Class A CDL permit with Tanker Endorsement or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution Certification within one year of hire.
• On-Call Rotation is a requirement of this position.
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Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair work on the water distribution system.
• Operate a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools used in department projects.
• Locate underground water assets in public streets, alleys, utility easements, and right-of-way using GIS maps.
• Complete vehicle inspection forms and daily work logs.
• Operate heavy equipment including excavation equipment, backhoe, and vac truck.
• Subject to emergency call-out and overtime, including nights, weekends, holidays.

Skills

CDL Permit

Tanker Endorsement

ADEQ Grade I Certification

On-Call Rotation

Public sector water experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the Utility Worker I & II positions in Water Distribution

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Utility Worker I & II in Water Distribution reports to the Water Distribution Supervisor. The primary job duties of this position include:

• Perform installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair work on the water distribution system


• Operate a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools used in department projects.


• Perform technical duties locating underground water assets in public streets, alleys, utility easements, and right-of-way using GIS maps.


• Responsible for completing vehicle inspection forms and daily work logs.


• Operate heavy equipment, including excavation equipment, backhoe, and vac truck


• Subject to emergency call-out and must be able to work overtime, including nights, weekends, holidays, and be on stand-by as required.


• Other duties as assigned.

The salary range shown is the minimum for Worker I and the maximum for Worker II. The range for each level is listed below the requirements.

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

Candidates for Utility Worker I must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED


• Up to 1 year of experience in a public sector water system or other mechanical or manufacturing equipment maintenance is desired but not required.


• Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License permitwith Tanker Endorsement at the time of hire, with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire.


• Must possess ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution Certification within one year of hire


• On-Call Rotation is a Requirement of this position


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Pay Range for a Utility Worker I: $21.93 -$31.79

Candidates for Utility Worker II must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED


• 1 year of experience in Private or Public Sector Water Distribution System to include related equipment maintenance, installation, and repair


• Mustpossessaclass A Arizona Commercial Driver's Licensewith a tanker endorsement at the time of hire or promotion


• Vocational or technical training in water distribution and related equipment operation, or a closely related field, is desired but not require


• Must possess ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution Certification at the time of hire or promotion


• On-Call Rotation is a Requirement of this position


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Pay Range of a Utility Worker II: $25.45 - $36.90

Please note that, depending on experience and certifications, a candidate may be brought in as a Utility Worker II. The salary range listed in the posting is the minimum for a Utility Worker I and the maximum for a Utility Worker II. The pay range for each position is listed after each position's requirements above. This is a driving position, and a motor vehicle report will be run as part of our pre-employment process.

The first review of applications will take place on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, and then every other Tuesday while the posting remains open.

This position is an At-Will position, FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed during the application and interview process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.