Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician II

About the role

The Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is recruiting for a Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician II (O&M Tech II).

Responsibilities

• Fulfills all duties and responsibilities of the 5804 - O&M Technician I.
• Follows all safety procedures, including proper 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 assure system operations continuity.
• Performs operator-level servicing, preventive maintenance, and adjustments to assigned equipment, facilities, and associated systems.
• Auxiliary 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.
• Auxiliary in training O&M Technicians by providing leadership and training.
• Prepares for and responds to hydraulic loading events and plant emergencies.
• Uses intermediate/advanced operating principles of facility Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Might assist in performing some duties of O&M Supervisors, especially in preparation for Tech III.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• A valid Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 2 (or higher) Wastewater Treatment System Operator certification.
• At least 2 years of experience in the operation of a wastewater/water facility or related industry/facility with at least 1 year as an operator at a Grade 3 or 4 wastewater facility (Section R18-5-114).

Qualifications

• Additional ADEQ Certification/s (Collections/Water Treatment/Water Distribution) preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year experience performing preventative maintenance at a water/wastewater or similar process.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with Supervisory Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or comparable system control operation software.
• Minimum one (1) year as an O&M Technician with Pima County Wastewater Reclamation Department preferred.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided in a separate document or during the interview process.

Pay

Pay Range: $24.66 - $34.53 Per Hour

Schedule

Details about schedule will be provided in a separate document or during the interview process.