POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Operates, monitors, and controls water treatment facilities, distribution systems, and related equipment. Makes necessary adjustments to ensure appropriate water supply, quality and pressure, and to maintain the integrity of the water system.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Position Specific Summary:
The Water System Operator at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsibleforoperating,monitoring,andcontrollingwatertreatmentfacilities, distributionsystems,andrelated equipment.The Water System Operatorisresponsibleforidentifying problemswithinthewatersystemandmakingappropriate adjustments to ensure appropriate water supply, quality, and pressure.
Work is performed under the Supervision of the Water Plant Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Utilizes (SCADA) to monitor and operate the Potable Distribution System and Advanced Oxidation Process Plant. Analyzes the reports to determine the required pumpage to meet daily demands. Operates and monitors reservoirs to ensure our storage capacity meets system demand. Monitors and sustains pressure zones ensuring customers have satisfactory pressure. Exercises and operates potable groundwater wells to sustain Water Quality (WQ) standards and meet daily system demands. Responds to SCADA alarms by making proper adjustments in the distribution system. Assesses real-time data from online water quality monitoring instruments and adjusts the chemical injection dosage to comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Makes system adjustments to accommodate the preventative maintenance, water quality sampling, and any miscellaneous work being performed by field staff. Operates and monitors various wells, vessels, stations, and facilities to ensure proper flow and treatment. Utilizes the logs, notes, and various databases to document events and communicate with staff. Dispatches field crews to flush systems when chlorine residuals fall below or over action levels.
Drives to various locations to collect, test, and analyze water samples. Adjusts chemical feed rates to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Receives and resolves service calls from internal and external customers providing accurate and timely information. Generates service requests when field staff reports activities requiring immediate attention. Communicates with external utilities to monitor power outages, track external project progress, and resolve field issues. Notifies internal divisions of scheduled and unscheduled water outages. Receives and resolves after-hours emergency phone calls on nights, weekends, and holiday shifts. Enters relevant information into SCADA and site-specific databases ensuring documentation of events is available for staff. Notifies appropriate parties of outages.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. Assists with special projects and assignments. Represents the department at offsite events when needed.
Working Conditions:
Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).
This unit operates 24/7, 365 days per year and individuals in this position will be required to work mandatory 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and on-call shifts. This position is also classified as Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
6 months post high school
Work Experience:
Two (2) years of directly related experience
License:
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
6 months post high school
Work Experience:
-
License/Certifications:
Water Distribution Grade 2 Certification - Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), Water Treatment Grade 2 Certification - Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ)
Languages:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidates will possess the following:
1. ADEQ Water Treatment Grade 3 and ADEQ Water Distribution Grade 3
Certification or equivalent state certification
2. Two (2) years’ experience in the water industry or related field
3. One (1) year of experience working with SCADA or Telemetry Systems
4. One (1) year of experience working with Sodium Hypochlorite, Hydrogen
Peroxide, or disinfection chemicals
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Water System Operator
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.
Department Name:
Water Utility
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water
Recruiter Name:
Roxie Escarcega (49375)
Recruiter Email:
[email protected]FTE%:
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FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $21.96 - 37.88 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson’s pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 01-31-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.
Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with responses to the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter, please ensure to include responses to the following:
1. If you possess an ADEQ certification or equivalent state water certification in
distribution or treatment, please include the level (numerical or alpha) and
type of certifications you possess. List the certifying agency and your
operator number or ID.
2. Please describe your experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment,
or distribution systems operations or maintenance.
3. Please describe your experience working with SCADA or Telemetry Systems.
4. Describe your experience working with Sodium Hypochlorite, Hydrogen
Peroxide, or disinfection chemicals.
5. Do you possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license? Do you have at least
two (2) years of driving experience? Have you had a DUI in the past two (2)
years?
If you possess any of the preferred qualifications listed above, and wish to receive consideration for the experience the information must be verifiable in your resume and cover letter.
SAVE THE DATE: Interviews will be held February 13, 2025.
Required at the time of application:
1. Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Water Treatment
Grade 2 or equivalent out-of-state water certification
2. Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Water Distribution
Grade 2 or equivalent out-of-state water certification
Required within 12-months of hire as a condition of probation and must be maintained throughout employment in this position:
1. ADEQ Water Treatment Certification Grade 3
2. ADEQ Water Distribution Certification Grade 3
The following pre-employment medical tests apply to this position:
• Basic Physical
• Non-NIDA Drug Test
• Respirator Physical
Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact Roxie Escarcega at
[email protected] or (520) 837-2138.
Physical and lifting abilities/requirements are determined by position and are included in the position description.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson’s Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General’s Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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