Foreman, Water

EPCOR • Surprise, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Water Foreman, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable, and high-quality water for our community. This position oversees the operation and maintenance of water treatment systems, supporting compliance with County, State, and EPA standards. You’ll report to the Operations Manager/Supervisor and provide leadership support, including assisting with scheduling and while stepping in as acting as a supervisor when needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years of experience in water operations
• 1+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role
• Grade 4 certification in water treatment
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Knowledge of water production, storage, and distribution systems, including treatment and collection facility operations
• Familiarity with safety practices for operating electrical and mechanical equipment in water facilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficiency Iprocurement and PO process and procedures.
• Five years of experience in water operations.
• Grade 4 certifications in appropriate areas for Water.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Valid AZ Driver's license, Class D.
• Meet job requirements of highest level for appropriate area.
• Fully Successful annual evaluations.
• One year of experience in a lead or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain plant process equipment such as pumps, motors, chlorinators, chemical feeds, and basic lab instruments to ensure water quality meets regulatory standards
• Collect samples and perform tests including pH, CL₂, LSI, and other required analyses
• Monitor water demand and adjust flows through wells and booster pumps to maintain system pressures according to established policies
• Calculate and adjust chemical feed rates; modify pump settings as needed to maintain proper treatment levels
• Maintain chemical inventory and request new or replacement supplies
• Operate and monitor telemetry and SCADA systems for efficient system control
• Assist with safe unloading and storage of chemicals
• Perform equipment adjustments, lubrication, and minor repairs; report issues promptly
• Perform other responsibilities as requested

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a market-aligned salary and performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance - plus a retirement plan with substantial company contributions.
• Generous Time-Off & Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of paid vacation, sick time, holidays, personal days, and programs that support your well-being.
• Professional Development: Benefit from tuition reimbursement, certification support, and ongoing training opportunities to grow your career.
• Safety-First Culture: We prioritize your safety through robust training, proactive programs, and recognition of safety milestones.
• Inclusive & Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives, celebrates innovation, and fosters a sense of belonging.
• Award-Winning Workplace: EPCOR has been recognized as a Best Places to Work employer – it’s our people who make that possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED