Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II

City of Scottsdale; Arizona; On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick leave accrual

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

ASRS retirement

457 plan

Pet insurance

Bilingual pay

Job summary

The City of Scottsdale is seeking a Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II to operate and maintain our water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes. This role emphasizes hands-on operation, collaboration and commitment to public health and resource protection.

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on experience; the mid-point is $37.72/hour, with a full salary range listed above.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years' experience in operation of advanced water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience with advanced computerized systems used in water/wastewater treatment.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• OR completion of Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator Apprentice Program or one year as Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Operator I.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain City water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes.
• Monitor systems to ensure safe, reliable and environmentally responsible operation.
• Support implementation of maintenance and process improvements.

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: You must currently have a Grade 2 Operator certification, or higher, in Water Treatment at the time of application.

Join a team that keeps our community moving forward! The City is seeking a skilled and motivated Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II to help ensure the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operation of our wastewater treatment systems. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a hands‑on, collaborative environment and are passionate about protecting public health and preserving our natural resources. We value diverse perspectives, welcome operators from all backgrounds, and encourage those with the expertise, curiosity, and commitment to operational excellence to apply. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact every day while growing your career in a supportive and inclusive workplace, we’d be excited to hear from you.

About the Position:

The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II performs intermediate-level operational tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the City's water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes.

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $37.72/hour.

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Education and Experience:

• A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Two years' experience in the operation of advanced, complex water and/or wastewater treatment facility.
• Experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical trouble shooting.
• OR: Satisfactory completion of the Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator Apprentice Program or one year as a Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Operator I will meet the required years of experience for the Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted drivers license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state drivers licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Must possess upon hire or promotion and maintain a Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Treatment.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

For more information about Scottsdale, Arizona, visit our About Scottsdale site.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee’s PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account

Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are essential components of the selection process and must be completed in their entirety for your candidacy to be considered. Please ensure that each section is fully completed and all questions are answered thoroughly. Do not substitute responses with “See Resume.” Incomplete answers, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from further consideration.

Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates selected to move forward will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, which may include the following:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are calculated based on a full-time schedule of 2,080 hours per year and a part-time schedule of 1,040 hours per year. Work experience may at times substitute for education on a year-for-year basis; however, depending on the job classification, education may not be used as a substitute for required work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an “otherwise qualified applicant” with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at [phone]. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at [phone].

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.