Water Operator I

Town of Marana; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Marana is seeking a Water Operator I to join the Water Department. This full-time role focuses on operating and maintaining the public water distribution system, including troubleshooting and repairs.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, six months of related experience, and must obtain the ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification within 12 months of hire. On-site work hours are Monday through Friday, with on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus six months of additional education or training.
• Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of water distribution systems or related field.
• Must obtain ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification within 12 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair water distribution system components including mains, ARV/PRV equipment, fire hydrants, valves, backflow preventer and metering equipment.
• Review system maps and as-built plans and perform blue stakes.
• Assist in installation of water distribution components including mains, hydrants, meters, and valves.
• Respond to emergency repairs of systems as needed.
• Perform plumbing, fabrication, operating heavy equipment, and use basic hand tools.
• Respond to customer service activities including meter reads, water audits, pressure concerns, and leak investigations.

Skills

Water distribution

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification (within 12 months)

Equivalent education/experience considered

Six months experience in water distribution operations

Tools

Maps & blueprints reading

Job description

Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.

Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.

The Town of Marana is seeking a Water Operator I to work in the Water Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in joining a team-oriented atmosphere in the water distribution field. The position will include operation and maintenance of the public water distribution system including system troubleshooting and repairs.

The Town offers a competitive benefits package. To learn more, please visit the Town of Marana Benefits page.

Expected Hiring Range: $21.68/hour - $26.56/hour

• placement within the expected hiring range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget

Salary Range:$21.68/hour - $31.44/hour

• Normal Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; on-call required

• Maintains, services, and repairs water distribution system components including water mains, ARV/PRV equipment, fire hydrants, valves, backflow preventer and water metering equipment.
• Review system maps and as built plans and perform assigned blue stakes.
• Assist in the installation of water distribution components including water mains, fire hydrants, meters, and valves.
• Respond to emergency repair of systems as needed.
• Performs various skilled and semi-skilled plumbing, fabrication, operating heavy equipment, and basic hand tools.
• Respond to customer service activities including meter reads, water audits, pressure concerns, and leak investigations.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies, parts, and equipment used in water service maintenance.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency plus six months of additional education or training
• Over six months of experience in the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems or a closely related field.
• Must obtain ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification within 12 months of hire date. (Training will be provided)

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Arizona Driver License
• Ability to pass both the Town of Marana background check and a motor vehicle records check

• Must complete a pre-employment physical including a respirator questionnaire and pass a 50-pound lift test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ADEQ Water Distribution Certification I
• ADEQ Water Treatment Certification I

TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION

11555 West Civic Center Drive
Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov
ph [phone] / fx [phone]

QUESTIONS

Human Resources Staff Contact
Nikki Hemphill / 520-382-1925 / [e-mail]

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The Town of Marana is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.