Wastewater Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Trainee

City of Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Traditional pension

401(a) and 457 plans

Medical plans (HMO/PPO)

Post-Employment Health Plan contrib.

Wellness incentive

Dental, vision, life insurance

Long-term disability

Free Bus/light rail pass

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

Student Loan Forgiveness

Descripción de la vacante

City of Phoenix is seeking an entry-level Wastewater Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Trainee to learn hands-on operation and maintenance of pumps, motors, and equipment across water treatment plants, pumping stations, and remote facilities. You will train under seasoned technicians and rotate through disciplines to build core technical skills.

The 12-month program emphasizes environmental regulations, safety practices, and practical field experience, with a pathway to a permanent

Formación

• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical systems and equipment.
• Experience with routine inspections and maintenance schedules.
• Familiarity with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Learn to operate and maintain pumps, motors, and mechanical equipment at water treatment plants, pumping stations, and remote facilities.
• Work with experienced Operations & Maintenance Technicians across facilities to gain broad exposure.
• Contribute to meeting water quality, regulatory requirements, and environmental practices.
• Support daily plant operations and emergency response procedures while training.

Conocimientos

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Tool Identification & Usage

Descripción del empleo

About This Position
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is looking for driven, hands-on individuals to join our team as

About This Position
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is looking for driven, hands-on individuals to join our team as Wastewater Treatment Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician Trainees. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the essential work that keeps our city's water flowing - operating and maintaining pumps and mechanical systems at treatment plants, pumping stations, and remote facilities across Phoenix. Our team plays a key role in treatment plant and system operations, regulatory compliance, and protecting our environment.

About the Role: As an O&M Technician Trainee, you will learn to operate and maintain pumps, motors, and mechanical equipment at water treatment plants, pumping stations, and remote facilities. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced operators and mechanics, gaining exposure to multiple aspects of:

• Treatment plant and system operations
• Equipment performance and troubleshooting
• Water quality and regulatory requirements
• Environmental best practices and sustainability
• Daily plant operations and emergency response procedures

Training Program: Trainees participate in a 12-month structured training program designed to build both technical knowledge and practical field experience. Training includes:

• On-the-job instruction at water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Classroom learning covering environmental regulations, safety practices, and operational theory
• Hands-on demonstrations, equipment rotations, and skill development
• Close mentorship and support from seasoned Operations & Maintenance Technicians

Upon successful completion of the program, trainees will promote into the Operations & Maintenance Technician classification, beginning a stable and meaningful career path within Water Services.

This program is designed with internal growth in mind and offers:

• A clear pathway to a skilled technical role with long-term advancement potential
• Valuable cross-training for employees interested in water operations, mechanical systems, or utility services
• The chance to broaden your impact on essential City services
• A supportive environment that invests in your learning and development
• A role that allows you to build skills used across multiple Water Services divisions

If you're ready for a new challenge, enjoy hands‑on work, and want to contribute to the reliable operation of one of the largest water utilities in the country,

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Mechanical Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical systems and equipment.
• Preventive Maintenance: Experience with routine inspections and maintenance schedules.
• Tool Identification & Usage: Familiarity with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.

SALARY

Pay Range: $21.54 to $30.31 per hour.

Hiring Range: $21.54 to $28.86 per hour.

Pay Range Explanation

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information.
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Employer paid long-term disability.
• Free Bus/light rail pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days.
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.

For more details, visit: Unit 002 Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires the ability to learn, in English, the treatment, collections, and distribution practices and procedures; read, write, follow oral instructions, and perform basic math calculations.
• Candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be asked to complete the Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC).
  • This requirement is based on qualifications and is not guaranteed for all applicants.
  • No action is required at the time of application. If selected, candidates will receive an email after the recruitment closes with instructions to sign up to complete the assessment in person.
• Acquisition of an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 1 Operator certification in the appropriate discipline by the end of the 12-month Trainee period.
  • Note: The City offers an incentive for obtaining ADEQ certifications higher than those required for the position.
• Maintaining Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) certification through refresher training and physical examination may be required as a condition of continued employment.
• This is a 24-hour per day, 7-day per week operation. You may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, standby and holidays. Vacation and shift assignments are determined by seniority.
• Work performed requires:
  • Working outside in a variety of environmental extremes such as heat, cold, rain, air pollution, untreated water and wastewater, and dust.
  • Walking for prolonged periods which may include walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
  • The ability to move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• These positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
• The City job description can be found here.

Preferred Qualifications

• Maintenance experience.
• One year of water, wastewater, or industrial setting experience.
• SCBA certification.
• ADEQ Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment certification.
• College course work (or AP high-school class) in and/or work-related experience with basic chemistry, biology, or general science.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes October 16, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

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REFERENCE

Ops & Maintenance Tech*SCBA, JC:50371, ID#63080, 10/14/2026, USM, RG, Benefits:002

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