Operation Manager - Water Systems
About The Position
The City of Chandler Public Works & Utilities Department is seeking qualified individuals to join their team at the Pecos Water Treatment Plant as the Water Systems Senior Manager (advertised as “Operations Manager – Water Systems”). This is a regular, full-time, exempt position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The Utilities Division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's water treatment plant, 32 ground water wells, and 19 reservoir/booster station facilities, and shares another water plant with the Town of Gilbert. The Utility also operates wastewater and reclaimed water infrastructure, including industrial wastewater/brine reduction and three wastewater facilities. On average, they treat over 64 million gallons of drinking water and over 30 million gallons of wastewater per day to class A+ reclaimed water to meet irrigation and industrial demands. Water is sourced from the Salt River, Verde River, Colorado River, and groundwater from extensive well field facilities. Advanced treatment processes are used to recycle over 3 million gallons of industrial wastewater for reuse. Service is provided to residential, commercial, and industrial users through a network of 1,242 miles of active water mains, 1,040 miles of active sewer mains, and 92 miles of reclaimed water mains.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Sciences or a related field.
- 8 years of progressively responsible experience in water or wastewater treatment, including 3 years of supervisory experience.
- ADEQ Grade 4 Water Treatment Certification upon hire or promotion.
- ADEQ Grade 4 Water Distribution Certification upon hire or promotion.
- A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with municipal budgeting.
- Experience utilizing CMMS systems, GIS platforms, asset management software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, elected officials, regulatory agencies, and members of the public.
Responsibilities
- Supervising, managing, and leading the Water Systems Division's activities and operations.
- Overseeing fiscal, budgetary, and personnel functions.
- Collaborating on goal setting and policy development with the Director and Assistant Director.
Benefits
- Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
- Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
- 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
- Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- 12 paid holidays annually, with additional Winter Break leave at the end of 2026.
- Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
- City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
- Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
- Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
- Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
