Water Operator I (Distribution)

Town of Marana; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Marana is seeking a Water Operator I to join the Water Department. The role focuses on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of the public water distribution system in a team-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED with six months of related education or training and at least six months of experience in water systems; ADEQ Grade 1 Certification within 12 months of hire is required or training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus six months of education or training.
• 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. Training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair water distribution components including mains, ARV/PRV, hydrants, valves and meters.
• Review maps and plans; perform blue stakes and assist in distribution component installations.
• Respond to emergencies and customer service needs such as meter reads and water audits.

Skills

Water distribution

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

6 months education or training

Tools

Water distribution equipment

Meters & valves

ARV/PRV equipment

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:

$20.65/hour - $25.30/hour

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

Salary Range:

$20.65/hour - $29.94/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 theoperation 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

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. A first review date of applications will be conducted on 3/5/2026.

To be considered in the initial review, please submit your online application by 11:59 PM on 3/4/2026.

Applications submitted after this deadline may or may not be reviewed, depending on the needs and progress of the selection process.

APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES

All status updates regarding your application will be sent via email. Please ensure you provide a valid email address and regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders, for important notifications throughout the hiring process.

TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION11555 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.