Water System Operator: SCADA & Water Treatment Pro

City of Tucson; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tucson is seeking a Water System Operator to operate and monitor water treatment facilities and distribution systems using SCADA. You will identify problems, adjust chemical dosing, and maintain water quality and pressure to meet daily demands.

Responsibilities include monitoring wells and reservoirs, responding to alarms, collecting samples, and coordinating with field crews. A 12-hour rotating schedule and 24/7 operations apply; a valid AZ Driver License is required.

Qualifications

• Six months post high school education is required.
• Two years of relevant experience in water operations is required.
• Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License is required.
• ADEQ Water Treatment Grade 3 and Water Distribution Grade 3 or equivalent state certs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor potable distribution systems and treatment facilities using SCADA.
• Respond to SCADA alarms and adjust pumps, valves, and chemical dosing as needed.
• Collect samples, test water quality, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Dispatch field crews for system flushing and outages; document events in SCADA/databases.
• Work with internal teams to address outages and customer requests.

Skills

SCADA experience

Telemetry

Water quality

Safety conscious

Education

Six months post high school

Tools

SCADA software

Telemetry systems

Job description

The City of Tucson is seeking a Water System Operator to operate and monitor water treatment facilities and distribution systems using SCADA. You will identify problems, adjust chemical dosing, and maintain water quality and pressure to meet daily demands.

Responsibilities include monitoring wells and reservoirs, responding to alarms, collecting samples, and coordinating with field crews. A 12-hour rotating schedule and 24/7 operations apply; a valid AZ Driver License is required.