Water Utility Technician: Field Maintenance & Systems

Tucson Police Department; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Pension plan

Paid time off (38 days first year)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Tucson Water Department is seeking a full-time Utility Technician to perform skilled work in the installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of potable and non-potable water systems. This is a tiered, skill-based pay position (Apprentice, Craft, Journey) with increasing independence and responsibilities.

Work includes driving a city vehicle, field maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration during emergencies. A high school diploma or GED and an Arizona driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: None required.
• License Requirement: A valid and unrestricted Arizona Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of Tucson Water's potable and reclaimed water distribution, transmission, production, and treatment system infrastructure, including pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, meters, reservoirs, tanks, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities to help ensure the safe, reliable operation of the water system, including system flushing, valve exercising, hydrant maintenance, water quality monitoring, and equipment servicing.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency maintenance activities, including water leaks, equipment failures, damaged infrastructure, and other operational issues.
• Support field operations by assisting with system isolations, well maintenance, disinfection activities, and other operational procedures.
• Document completed work using computerized maintenance management systems, including work orders, labor, materials, asset information, and related records.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including hazard assessments, traffic control, trench safety, confined space entry, permitting, and utility locates.
• Provide courteous customer service by communicating with customers regarding service interruptions, maintenance activities, and related inquiries.
• Work collaboratively with other Tucson Water divisions during emergency operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tucson Water Department is seeking a full-time Utility Technician to perform skilled work in the installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of potable and non-potable water systems. This is a tiered, skill-based pay position (Apprentice, Craft, Journey) with increasing independence and responsibilities.

Work includes driving a city vehicle, field maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration during emergencies. A high school diploma or GED and an Arizona driver's license are required.