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.

Are you a skilled electrician with a passion for complex systems and meaningful work? Join our team as a Water Services Electrician, where you’ll perform advanced, Journeyman-level electrical work that directly supports the delivery of safe, reliable water to our community.

In this role, you’ll work on commercial and industrial electrical systems up to 12,470 volts, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industry best practices. From intricate motor control wiring to high-voltage systems, your expertise will help keep critical infrastructure running smoothly.

• 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.
• Train and mentor new and current staff, sharing your knowledge and experience.
• Occasionally work with electronics metering, instrumentation, and various voltage systems.

• 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

If you’re ready to bring your electrical expertise to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

• Technically Proficient:
  Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining commercial/industrial electrical systems up to 12,470 volts, with strong knowledge of the NEC and motor controls.
• Safety-Conscious:
  Consistently follows electrical safety protocols and uses appropriate PPE for both low and medium voltage environments.
• Team-Oriented Mentor:
  Works collaboratively with crews and takes initiative in training and supporting fellow electricians.

$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.

• 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.

• 13.5 paid holidays.
• Vacation:
  Earn 8 hours per month.
• Sick Leave:
  Earn 10 hours per month.

• 401(a) plan with a 3.62% employer contribution on your base wage.
• 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.

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A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with both employer and employee contributions - Pension Information
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