Industrial Electrician Supervisor - Regional Wastewater Reclamation

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Pima County’s Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking a skilled, safety-driven Industrial Electrician Supervisor to lead high-voltage operations, manage medium-voltage distribution, and advance energy efficiency at its plant. The role involves supervising and participating in industrial electrical maintenance, equipment repair, fabrication, inspection, and quality control, as well as planning and coordinating work-unit activities and projects. The position also oversees staff, budgets, contractors, procurement-related activities, safety, training, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures. The position is classified as 5346 - Industrial Electrician Supervisor, Salary Grade 16. The hiring range is $79,185–$95,056 annually, within a full pay range of $79,185–$110,905 annually. The recruitment is open until filled; the first review of applications is scheduled for 11/06/2026. A valid driver license is required at application, and a valid Arizona driver license is required at appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to driving-record review, pre-employment background screening, and a post-offer physical and/or drug screen. Some positions may require medical screening or a satisfactory background investigation.

Requirements

Complete an industry-recognized electrical apprenticeship program and have six years of journey-level industrial electrician experience maintaining industrial electrical systems and distribution lines of at least 480V, including two years of lead or supervisory experience; relevant education may substitute for up to three years of the experience.
Alternatively, have eight years of journey-level industrial electrician experience maintaining industrial electrical systems and distribution lines of at least 480V, including two years of lead or supervisory experience; relevant education may substitute for up to four years of the experience.
Alternatively, have three years of experience with Pima County in an Industrial Electrician position and one year of lead or supervisory experience, which may be concurrent with the required technical experience; relevant education may substitute for up to one and one-half years of the experience.
Clearly document qualifying education and experience in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application.
Have a valid driver license at the time of application and a valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.
Successfully complete required post-offer pre-employment screening, including a background screening and physical and/or drug screen.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of journey-level experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial electrical distribution systems from 480V to 46kV, particularly advanced power distribution and medium-voltage systems.
At least five years of hands-on experience managing, testing, and synchronizing industrial emergency generators, automatic transfer switches, and high-voltage switching house and substation operations.
At least five years of hands-on experience configuring, testing, and validating microprocessor-based protective relays, short-circuit studies, selective coordination, and arc-flash hazard analyses.
At least five years of experience monitoring power quality, harmonics, and power-factor correction, with experience leading electrical modernization and infrastructure upgrade projects.
At least five years of leadership experience directing industrial electrical personnel using CMMS tools such as Maximo, with working knowledge of NFPA 70, 70E, 70B, IEEE, and OSHA LOTO safety standards.

Responsibilities

Direct and participate in skilled analysis and repair of equipment, systems, and vehicles.
Supervise fabrication or modification of equipment, facilities, systems, or components using directions, sketches, plans, engineering drawings, or technical references.
Supervise and participate in the inspection, service, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Perform quality-control analysis and direct remedial actions to ensure equipment and supported systems operate effectively.
Maintain activity, operations, service, and usage records for supported vehicles, equipment, and systems.
Direct the scheduling and planning of maintenance activities using a computer-based work-order system.
Develop, monitor, and adjust work-unit budgets.
Prepare oral and written activity reports.
Prepare estimates for operations, maintenance, and special projects, and document the use or expenditure of materials, supplies, and equipment.
Inspect and approve work, and certify it when certified or authorized to do so.
Assist management with requests for bids, contract provisions, and bid proposal evaluations within the area of expertise.
Prepare sketches and drawings to communicate information about proposed or in-progress work.
Coordinate work-unit activities with other work units, agencies, and contractors to use resources effectively and minimize service disruptions.
Monitor contractor performance, including contractor-supplied goods and services.
Direct proper storage, handling, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Supervise procurement-related activities of assigned staff.
Ensure staff maintain security and accountability for tools, equipment, and materials.
Maintain and correctly use safety and personal protective equipment.
Coordinate or provide required staff training in technical skills, safety, and related topics.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and County policies and procedures.
Direct implementation of work-site traffic-control procedures.
Explain rules, regulations, and procedures for use of County facilities to the public and other County employees.
Lead high-voltage operations, manage medium-voltage distribution, and support energy-efficiency efforts at the plant.