Wastewater Electrician II; W​/WW Electrician II

Power the systems that keep Scottsdale running. Scottsdale Water is seeking a talented and dedicated Wastewater Electrician II to help maintain and enhance the electrical backbone of our vital treatment and conveyance facilities. In this hands‑on role, you’ll work with advanced control systems, high‑voltage equipment, and essential wastewater infrastructure that protects public health and supports a thriving community. If you’re an experienced electrician who thrives on technical challenges, values safety, and is ready to take your skills to the next level in a mission‑driven environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team of professionals committed to excellence.

Performs industrial journey-level electrical, electronic, and computer work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water and wastewater systems and equipment.

Effective June 14 2026, the salary range for this position will be $35.40–$47.81/hour. Anticipated starting salary may be up to the mid‑point depending on the candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is $35.40–$47.81 per hour, and the mid‑point for this position is $41.18 per hour.

• A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Five years of experience as a journeyman‑level electrician in an industrial setting, three years of which includes equivalent experience as a utility electrician or instrumentation technician in a municipal Wastewater environment.
• Satisfactory completion of a two‑year electrician apprenticeship in an industrial setting will meet the required years of experience for the Wastewater Electrician II.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out‑of‑state driver’s licenses be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Must possess or obtain and maintain within six months of hire or promotion a Grade 1 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) in one of the following disciplines:
  Wastewater Treatment or Wastewater Collection.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale must reside in the State of Arizona during active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved for remote work.

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 paid holidays, which includes 1 floating holiday
• Vacation accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick leave accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (including behavioral health coverage), dental and vision benefits
• City‑paid basic life insurance equal to one times employee annual salary; option of supplemental life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined‑benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12%, which includes a long‑term disability benefit
• Supplemental retirement plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full to be considered. Applicants who meet the education, training, and experience requirements may be invited to participate in a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening that may include fingerprinting, criminal background screening, drug screen, and a 39‑month motor vehicle department records check.

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made for a qualified applicant with a disability. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480‑312‑2491.

Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1‑800‑367‑8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480‑312‑2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.