Water Services Electrician - Water Production Division

About This Position

The City of Phoenix Water Services Department, one of the nation's largest potable water utilities, treats and delivers safe, reliable drinking water to 1.5 million customers across approximately 540 square miles. Phoenix Water Services also manages the sewer collection system and treats wastewater for 2.5 million residents in metropolitan Phoenix.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems in water treatment plants and remote facilities.
• Install and maintain equipment in high-demand environments, including electrical utility, and industrial settings.
• Safely work with voltages ranging from 600V to Medium Voltage, using proper PPE and safety protocols.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, ladder diagrams, and work orders to complete assignments efficiently.

Training and Mentoring

• Train and mentor new and current staff, sharing your knowledge and experience.

Position Highlights

• Collaborative team environment with support from Electrical Crew Chiefs and Lead Electricians.
• A chance to make a real impact on public health and infrastructure.
• Opportunities to work at both treatment plants and remote facilities.
• Multiple vacancies available within the Water Production Division at the following locations:
• Deer Valley Water Treatment Plant
• 24th Street Water Treatment Plant
• Union Hills Water Treatment Plant
• Remote Facilities North
• Remote Facilities South

Salary and Benefits

SALARY: $35.78 - $41.42 per hour base wage. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Additional Compensation: For Unit 002 Positions Includes Extra Pay for the Work You Do, Shift Differential Pay for night and weekend hours, Standby Pay: $2.50 per hour, Callout Pay: Paid at time and a half your regular hourly rate, Tool Allowance: $300 annually, prorated based on number of months in position.

Time Off: You Can Count On 13.5 paid holidays, Vacation: Earn 8 hours per month, Sick Leave: Earn 10 hours per month. Retirement Contributions: 401(a) plan with a 3.62% employer contribution on your base wage. Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes: Retirement & Long Term Security, Traditional pension with both employer and employee contributions - Pension Information, Employer paid long term disability coverage, Health & Wellness Choice of HMO, PPO, or HSA/High Deductible medical plans$150/month City contribution to your Post Employment Health Plan (with medical enrollment), Dental, vision, and life insurance options, Wellness incentive worth up to $720 each year, Time Off & Family Support, Paid Parental Leave: Up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for birth, adoption, or foster placement, Federal Student Loan Forgiveness support through Savi Perks That Make a Difference, Free bus and light rail pass, Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year, Additional benefits and resources to support your career and well being.

Recruitment Dates

Recruitment closes September 9, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

How To Apply

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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