Water Operator I — Field Distribution Technician (On-Call)

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

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.