Water/Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor

Central States Water Resources; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, vision coverage (90%)

401(k) company contribution (5%)

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Career stability

Team environment and training

Job summary

Central States Water Resources in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Water/Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance and construction teams, ensuring all systems operate in proper and compliant conditions. The role includes hands-on field work, coordination with contractors, and a focus on safety and asset protection.

CDL is preferred; OSHA training is valued. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and reading/interpretation of plans is essential for successful execution of projects.

Qualifications

• CDL license preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA safety training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and maintenance of collection systems, force mains, lift stations, treatment facilities, and distribution systems.
• Ensure contractors comply with company standards, contract requirements, and approved design documents.
• Monitor contractor performance to protect system reliability and asset lifespan.
• Ensure environmental permits, discharge requirements, and regulatory approvals are met.
• Minimize construction disruptions that could lead to revenue loss or service interruptions.
• Coordinate field inspections and testing of wastewater assets; support startups and commissioning.

Skills

CDL License

OSHA Safety Training

Read Engineering Plans

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:Water/Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Tucson, AZ

Job Id:518

# of Openings:1

Position Summary

This key role supervises the maintenance and construction teams where appropriate to ensure that all systems in the communities we serve are in proper and compliant operation.

What We Offer:

• $1,000 sign-on bonus


• 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 5% automatic company 401(k) contribution


• Company-paid life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage


• Stable, essential industry with long-term career opportunity


• Supportive team environment with hands-on field work and training

Major Job Duties

Oversee construction & maintenance, and/or make repairs of collection systems, force mains, lift stations, treatment facilities, and distribution systems

• Ensure contractors comply with company standards, contract requirements, and approved design documents


• Monitor contractor performance to protect system reliability, service continuity, and asset lifespan


• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, discharge requirements, and regulatory approvals


• Help minimize construction disruptions that could lead to revenue loss or service interruptions


• Escalate risks that could impact public health, compliance, or system uptime


• Strong understanding of wastewater utility systems as revenue-generating assets

Inspection, Quality, & Asset Protection

• Perform and/or lead field inspections for wastewater construction activities


• Verify installations meet company construction standards, not just minimum code


• Ensure long-term operability and maintainability for operations and maintenance teams


• Confirm proper testing and commissioning of wastewater assets before acceptance


• Identify defects early and require corrections before work progresses


• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and suppliers


• Participate in pre-construction, progress, and close-out meetings


• Resolve field issues quickly to reduce delays and claims
  
• Coordinate construction activities with utility operations, maintenance, and customer service teams

Problem Solving

• Interpret plans, specifications, standards, and design intent


• Review shop drawings, submittals, and field modifications


• Provide constructability input and real-time field solutions


• Identify conflicts between design and existing assets and recommend corrective actions

Operations Integration

• Coordinate shutdowns, bypass pumping, and tie-ins to protect continuous service


• Assist with startup, commissioning, and performance verification

Documentation & Reporting

• Utilize company computerized maintenance management software to ensure cost recovery, compliance and timely customer service response

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise the work of all Technicians in their assigned zone


• Ensure that all construction and maintenance work orders in Elements are executed in a timely manner


• Execute work on open work orders and pending construction projects as assigned


• Dig and install new mains as needed


• Supervise and assist with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed


• Ensure proper communication after the completion of all tasks to ensure that stakeholders are informed


• All other duties as assigned

Personal Attributes

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly


• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem


• Attention to Detail - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task from the beginning to the end of the project/task


• Communication, Oral & Written- Ability to communicate effectively with others using both the spoken/written word


• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures


• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards


• Judgment -Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information


• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task


• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work- related problems


• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.


• Teamwork- Ability to work as part of a team


• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations

Education/Skills

• CDL License is preferred


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• OSHA Safety Training is preferred


• Able to effectively and safely use construction equipment such as back hoes etc.


• Ability to read and interpret Engineering and Construction plans

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions


• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 75 pounds


• Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors


• Will work in confined spaces


• Willingness to be on call in emergency situations