Utilities Operator I​/Utilities Technician II

Overview

Job Classification Summary

Job Classification

Title:

M&O Utilities Worker/M&O Utilities Technician

Working Title(s):
Operator I/Operator II

The City of Tolleson is a community-focused city known for its commitment to livability and inclusivity. We strive to foster meaningful social connections and maintain a welcoming environment for residents and employees. The City is proud to be the first Certified Autism Center in the West Valley.

Position

Description:

For Wastewater, the position will be assigned night and/or evening shifts after a brief training period. This posting is to fill open positions on both the Water and Wastewater Divisions. Roles may be filled as either a Water/Wastewater Operator I (Trainee) or a Utilities Technician II (Certified Operator in Water or Wastewater), depending on experience and certifications.

Employees perform technical operations, maintenance, and repair of the City s water and wastewater treatment facilities and equipment in compliance with environmental regulations. Duties include field inspections, sample collection, laboratory testing, operating and maintaining treatment processes, operating heavy equipment, completing logs and work orders, monitoring reclaim water systems, gas chlorination equipment, auto samplers, managing biosolids, and ensuring safe and effective operation within parameters.

Specific tasks may vary.

Qualifications

A High School diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution. A valid Arizona driver s license is required.

Operator I (Trainee)

• No ADEQ certification required at hire.
• Must obtain an ADEQ Grade 1 Wastewater/Water Treatment Operator certification within one (1) year of hire.

Utilities Technician II (Certified Operator)

• Requires a valid ADEQ Grade 2 Wastewater/Water Treatment Operator certification at time of hire.

Additional Requirements

• The role involves exposure to various hazards, extreme weather, manual labor, confined spaces, and occasional heavy lifting. Operators may work alone and must be available for weekends, nights, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-outs.
• SCBA certification is required for Wastewater.

For Wastewater, the position will be assigned night and/or evening shifts after the completion of a brief training period. For Water, the position will be assigned daytime hours and is subject to weekend shifts and on-call duties.

Physical Demands

Positions typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Operator I (Trainee)

Medium:
Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Utilities Technician II (Certified Operator)

Heavy:
Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, blood and other bodily fluids, and extreme temperatures.

Job Information

Closing Date: Open until filled

Hiring Salary:

• Utilities Operator I: $23.23 Hourly
• Utilities Technician II: $26.60-$28.33 Hourly D.O.E.

Application review begins November 24, 2025
, with weekly reviews to follow.

Full Salary Range

• Operator I (Trainee): $23.23-$32.52 Hourly
• Utilities Technician II (Certified Operator): $26.60-$37.24 Hourly

Additional Application Information

It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.

Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Employee Resources at .

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

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