Wastewater Electrician II

City of Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays

Vacation Accrual

Sick Leave

Medical/Dental/Vision

ASRS retirement plan

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Bilingual pay

Job summary

City of Scottsdale is seeking a Wastewater Electrician II to maintain the electrical backbone of our treatment and conveyance facilities. You’ll work with advanced control systems, high-voltage equipment, and critical wastewater infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable operations for the community.

The role requires a journeyman-level background, industrial setting experience, and completion of a two-year apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five years as journeyman-level electrician in an industrial setting, three years in municipal wastewater utility work.
• Two-year electrician apprenticeship satisfies the experience requirement.
• Equivalent education/experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs industrial journey-level electrical, electronic and computer work in installation, maintenance and repair of City of Scottsdale water and wastewater systems and equipment.

Skills

Journeyman electrician

Industrial experience

Electrical maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year electrician apprenticeship

Job description

Introduction

Power the systems that keep Scottsdale running. Scottsdale Water is seeking a talented and dedicated Wastewater Electrician II to help maintain and enhance the electrical backbone of our vital treatment and conveyance facilities. In this hands-on role, you’ll work with advanced control systems, high-voltage equipment, and essential wastewater infrastructure that protects public health and supports a thriving community. If you’re an experienced electrician who thrives on technical challenges, values safety, and is ready to take your skills to the next level in a mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team of professionals committed to excellence.

About The Position

Performs industrial journey-level electrical, electronic and computer work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the City's water and wastewater systems and equipment.

Anticipated Starting Salary

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $41.59/hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Five years of experience as a journeyman-level electrician in an industrial setting, three years of which includes equivalent experience as a utility electrician or instrumentation technician in a municipal Wastewater environment.
• Satisfactory completion of a two-year electrician apprenticeship in an industrial setting will meet the required years of experience for the Wastewater Electrician II.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Certifications And Other Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Must possess or obtain and maintain within six months of hire or promotion a Grade 1 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) within one of the following disciplines – Wastewater Treatment, or Wastewater Collection.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Benefits Highlights

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Education

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits.

Part-Time Positions

The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part‑time staff.

Commute Solutions Program

City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSLF program by going to the Federal Student Aid website.