Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician I

About the role

The Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department operates and maintains systems and facilities that treat and reclaim over 62 million gallons per day of wastewater, recovering water, biosolids, nutrients, and methane gas as renewable resources. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the continuous operation of these systems through the safe operation and monitoring of equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety procedures, including proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) and confined space procedures;
• Operates and monitors equipment and processes involved in the treatment and processing of wastewater and its byproducts, including solids, gas, service water, and side streams;
• Collects and records data relating to the operations and maintenance of assigned equipment and systems;
• Reports equipment & process data/information;
• Interprets readings on metering/process control devices and test/analysis results, and adjusts equipment and machinery as necessary;
• Evaluates, troubleshoots, and adjusts wastewater treatment and solids handling processes;
• Initiates remedial or repair actions to ensure system operations continuity;
• Performs operator-level servicing, preventive maintenance, and adjustments to assigned equipment, facilities, and associated systems;
• Assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of large, complex equipment and associated components;
• Collects and analyzes wastewater samples in field and laboratory settings, reports results;
• Ensures proper use, care, and calibration of standard laboratory equipment and reports lab supply status to Supervisors;
• Performs basic housekeeping functions by cleaning and maintaining work areas, buildings, and grounds;
• Communicates effectively with team & Supervisors, and follows written and verbal instructions;
• Demonstrates proficient daily computer use: email communications, electronic logbook, spreadsheet data entry;
• Uses the operating principles of facility Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and computerized maintenance management systems;
• Prepares for and responds to hydraulic loading events;
• Responds to plant emergencies.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent G.E.D certificate. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. A valid driver license is required at time of application. A valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.

Qualifications

• Certified safety training, such as OSHA-10-General Industry;
• Experience operating industrial and other equipment, such as pumps, motors, compressors, and mobile equipment, such as forklifts;
• Experience performing basic preventative maintenance on industrial and other equipment and/or motors;
• Experience with/knowledge of using a computer and electronic communication;
• Experience performing cleaning, maintaining buildings and grounds.

Skills

Proficient daily computer use: email communications, electronic logbook, spreadsheet data entry;

Uses the operating principles of facility Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and computerized maintenance management systems;

Benefits

Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.

Pay

$22.18 - $26.05 Per Hour

Schedule

Varies based on department needs.