Water Operator - Water Operations

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Water Operator - Water Operations

Public Works Department

Hiring Pay Range: $25.55 to $31.94

Pay Grade: 109

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Full Pay Range: $25.55 to $38.33

Final date to receive applications: 06/16/2026

Benefits

Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

* A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching.

* Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment

* 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year

* Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

* Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans

* Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System,  for more details

* Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Maintains and repairs water production wells, pressure reducing stations, water storage tanks, booster station facilities and distribution system, and other areas of the water system for the City of Prescott.

Essential Duties:

* Operates and maintains a complex multiple pressure zone water system; monitors and maintains proper water levels in tanks.

* Performs routine maintenance at a variety of facilities and on various equipment including wells, pump stations, and pressure reducing stations.

* Maintains and repairs a variety of pumps, motors, gauges, meters, and chemical feeders in the delivery system to meet system requirements while following all applicable state, federal, and City of Prescott guidelines.

* Monitors, evaluates, and responds to SCADA system conditions and alarms.

* Performs basic security to prevent unauthorized persons from entering water facilities.

* Performs basic chemical and biological water sampling and testing; records and logs meter readings, levels, and pump performance information.

* Performs plumbing work including cutting, threading, and welding pipe.

* Installs, repairs, or replaces pumps, compressors, motors, valves, pressure regulating, filtration, gearboxes, pressure vessels, tanks, and other related equipment.

* Lubricates bearings; replaces seals, gaskets, packing, springs, and gears.

* Inspects wells and booster pumps.

* Performs work at a variety of sites.

* Interprets meter/gauge readings; makes appropriate adjustments if necessary.

* Takes necessary steps to assess and report emergency situations and restore normal operating conditions.

* Maintains equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly condition; maintains surrounding grounds.

* Follows City procurement code for the purchase of materials and supplies.

* Tracks job related information; maintains records.

* Performs customer service calls as assigned.

* Follows OSHA and City safety standards on the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and all related safety programs.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required. A combination of education/training and experience equivalent to a high school diploma (or equivalent) and three (3) years of progressive experience in the operations of water production and distribution systems which provide the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess and maintain a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or be able to obtain within six (6) months of start date. Must possess Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade II Water Treatment and Grade II Water Distribution certifications or obtain Grade 1 Water Treatment and Grade 1 Water Distribution within fifteen (15) months of being placed in the position and obtain Grade 2 Water Treatment and Grade 2 Water Distribution within fifteen (15) months of obtaining Grade 1 certifications;

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