Senior Water Quality Inspector (Opportunity to underfill as Water Quality Inspector
Job in
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85002, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
Listing for:
City of Phoenix (AZ)
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Water Management, Environmental Compliance & Protection -
Government
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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.
Positions in the Water Services Department (WSD) may be assigned to perform activities for highly regulated permitting and compliance programs relative to drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, industrial pretreatment compliance, commercial inspections, and field sampling and monitoring. Specific duties are dependent on programs to which the position is assigned. Currently the vacancy is in the Industrial Pretreatment Program section within the Environmental & Safety Division (ESD) of the Water Services Department.
These positions work in regulatory compliance programs in conjunction with other ESD Sections, WSD Divisions, and City Departments to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards for storm water, wastewater, and drinking water.
Opportunity to Underfill at the Water Quality Inspector level
Individuals that do not meet the minimum requirements below for the Senior Water Quality Inspector may qualify for the opportunity to Underfill at the Water Quality Inspector level. The Water Quality Inspector is an entry level position with emphasis placed on learning job duties. Water Quality Inspectors work under the general supervision of a Chief Water Quality Inspector and work is evaluated through on-site checks, meetings, reports, conferences, and overall results achieved.
A Water Quality Inspector must demonstrate proficiency in assigned areas before being eligible for advancement to the Senior level.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
* Knowledge of federal, state and local rules, regulations, codes, statutes and policies relating to wastewater discharges.
* Written and verbal communication skills including completing written documentation such as reports, forms or letters; and conveying complex rules and regulations verbally to a wide audience.
SALARY
Senior Water Quality Inspector
Pay Range: $28.73 - $42.46 per hour
Hiring Range: $28.73 - $38.52 per hour
Water Quality Inspector (underfill)
Pay Range: $26.07 - $36.68 per hour
Hiring Range: $26.07 - $28.17 per hour
Pay Range Explanation:
* Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
* Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Internal Only:
Please understand that this is pay grade 250. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.
* Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
* Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
* Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
* When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.
Your job classification can be found in eCHRIS Personal Details under your name, located in the top left section of the page.
The pay grade and classification/unit of your current position may be found by looking up your job title on the job description page.
BENEFITS
A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:
* Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, for more details:
Pension Information.
* 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
* Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
* Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
* Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
* Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
* Employer paid long-term disability.
* Free Bus/light rail pass.
* Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
* Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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