Lead Well Maintenance Mechanic

Posting Close Date: 2.21.2026

Position Specific Summary
The Lead Well Maintenance Mechanic position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for leading and instructing a team of well maintenance mechanics in the construction, installation, removal, repair, and maintenance of well sites. Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Operations Supervisor. This position leads and instructs the daily operational work of Well Maintenance Mechanics.

• Plans and schedules workloads by guiding and overseeing the construction, inspection, repair and maintenance of wells within city infrastructure to ensure that operations run efficiently.

• Receives and inspects materials and equipment from vendors to ensure that quality standards and specifications are being met. Tracks all materials and equipment used in the field to maintain an accurate inventory. Reviews maintenance records and uses the data to prepare the proper materials and equipment for each job.

• Prioritizes and delegates work among well mechanics to optimize well operations. Drives, operates, and transports heavy equipment such as large cranes, truck-mounted cranes (pump rig), trucks, and trailers to various locations across the city to perform well maintenance, installation, and repairs. Reviews and assesses the daily work of Well Maintenance Mechanics for quality assurance.

• Reads, enters, and interprets data in the Enterprise Asset Management System, Geographical Information System (GIS), and other systems and databases to ensure that all mapped and non-mapped asset locations are up to date. Tracks work orders in the Enterprise Asset Management System and reviews data regarding equipment status for work performed, labor, and materials.

• Communicates with internal customers via email, phone, or text regarding production water well shut-off times and expectations. Researches and responds to customer inquiries to resolve issues.

• Assists other Tucson Water divisions and external stakeholders during emergency operations, such as hauling water to isolated systems when an outage occurs to ensure that water remains available to stakeholders.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

This position requires work in various climate and working conditions and includes indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazards.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Education: 6 months post high school
Work Experience: Two (2) years of relevant experience
License: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Two years of experience in the installation and maintenance of potable and/or non-potable water production infrastructure.

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Job Profile

J4092 - Lead Well Maintenance Mechanic

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Compensation Grade

G107

Hourly Range

$26.57 - 39.86 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Water Utility, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring

Department Link

https:///Water

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.