Wastewater Systems Technician I & II — Field, ‑Call

Overview

Team Gilbert is seeking a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Wastewater Utility Worker I & II. The focus is on providing best‑in‑class service to citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

• Perform repairs and maintenance on wastewater systems and reclaimed water distribution systems, including monitoring water volumes delivered to basins and customer sites.
• Troubleshoot system problems and recommend corrective actions.
• Fill percolation ponds according to predetermined schedules, revising schedules as needed.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain reclaimed water distribution infrastructure: log daily records, interpret meter, gauge, chart, and instrument readings, and detect mechanical or process deficiencies.
• Perform maintenance, inspection, and repair of wastewater collection assets such as gravity mains, force mains, manholes, and lift stations safely and proficiently.
• Operate a variety of equipment, including a utility truck, dump truck, tractors, skid loaders, backhoes, excavators, CCTV equipment, and combination sewer cleaners.
• Be available 24/7 for emergencies and after‑hours callouts, and on‑call as required.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, architectural plans, and blueprints.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, county, and local regulations and laws.

This is a heavy‑work position that spends most of its workday outdoors in a field environment. Physical exertion levels are defined by the Social Security Administration.

You build productive relationships, take responsibility for customer satisfaction, participate as a member of a team, commit to the safety philosophy, and manage time and resources to ensure efficient work completion.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Up to 1 year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field (may include on‑the‑job training).
• Up to 1 year of experience in water, reclaimed water distribution, or wastewater collection systems maintenance.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the necessary knowledge and abilities.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Up to 1 year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field.
• Up to 1 year of experience in water, reclaimed water distribution system operation, including maintenance practices or general construction.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the requisite knowledge and abilities.

• Class A Commercial Driver's License Permit (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement with no air brake restrictions at hire; obtain Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 6 months.
• Maintain commercial driver’s license as a condition of employment.
• ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Collections or Grade I Water Distribution Certification within 1 year.
• Office of Pest Management Pesticide Applicator’s License may be required within 1 year.
• NASSCO Certification for pipe assessment and manhole assessment preferred.

$21.93 – $31.79

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field.
• 2 years of experience in water or reclaimed water distribution system operation, including maintenance practices or general construction.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the requisite knowledge and abilities.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement with no air brake restrictions upon hire.
• Maintain commercial driver’s license as a condition of employment.
• ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Collections or Grade II Water Distribution Certification upon hire.
• Office of Pest Management Pesticide Applicator’s License may be required within 1 year.
• NASSCO Certification for pipe assessment and manhole assessment preferred.

$25.45 – $36.90

This position is at‑will and is FLSA non‑exempt, eligible for overtime compensation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.