Utility Maintenance Worker III

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking a Utility Maintenance Worker III to lead and actively perform inspection, cleaning, repair, disinfection, vector-control, and maintenance work on gravity and pressure-based sanitary sewage conveyance systems. The position also maintains wastewater pumping systems and related equipment. Work assignments may vary based on department needs and are communicated by a supervisor. This role leads and trains utility maintenance workers, assigns crew tasks, operates and services specialized equipment, and helps ensure safe work practices and proper handling of hazardous materials. It performs preventive maintenance and repairs on sewer infrastructure and wastewater systems, prepares activity reports, and may perform a range of trades work for equipment and structural repairs, including mitigation or remediation after Sanitary Sewer Overflows. The position requires applicable Arizona wastewater collection certification and a commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements. It may involve exposure to wastewater, infectious diseases, asbestos, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and varied outdoor and industrial conditions. A post-offer physical and/or drug screen is required.

Requirements

Four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, or repair of sewage or wastewater conveyance systems, including two years of sewer maintenance; alternatively, one year of experience with Pima County as a Utility Maintenance Worker II. Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
Qualifying education and experience must be documented in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application.
Valid driver’s license at the time of application and valid Arizona driver’s license at appointment; the position requires the applicable Arizona commercial driver’s license and endorsements at appointment.
Valid Grade 3 Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Collection certification and valid Class B Arizona commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements are required at appointment.
Must maintain required CDL; positions requiring a CDL are subject to applicable state and federal physical requirements and drug and alcohol testing.
May be required to complete a personal background investigation; successful candidates undergo post-offer, pre-employment screening, including verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
Must complete a post-job-offer physical and/or drug screen.
Ability to lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds, including lifting up to 75 pounds for brief periods.
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces, which may require wearing appropriate safety and protective equipment.
Physical activities may include bending, climbing stairs and ladders, using foot and hand controls, kneeling, squatting, stooping, standing, walking, grasping, fine movements, and keyboarding.
Must be able to work in noisy areas and communicate in person, by phone, and by radio; operate heavy equipment, machinery, motor vehicles, and commercial motor vehicles; and perform work requiring color distinction and depth perception.
Work may involve rotating shifts, outdoor conditions, confined spaces, traffic, hazardous materials, and other listed physical and environmental risks.

Nice To Haves

Current Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Collection System Grade 3 Certification.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with tanker endorsement.
At least one year of field experience working as a lead within a sewer collection system, such as as a Utility Maintenance Worker II or in a similar role.

Responsibilities

Assigns tasks to crewmembers and trains others in maintenance and inspection techniques.
Locates and removes blockages in sewer lines and manholes.
Performs operator-level servicing, adjustment, and maintenance of specialized tools, equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
Maintains and uses safety and personal protective equipment, implements safety-training procedures, and ensures compliance with operational safety regulations.
Establishes and maintains worksite traffic-control and warning devices and measures.
Leads, directs, and trains Utility Maintenance Workers in inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining sewage conveyance and pumping systems.
Installs, adjusts, and services flow and atmospheric sampling and metering equipment and ensures proper operation.
Operates and services specialized equipment, including pressure cleaners, sprayers, vacuum machines, and pumping equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on sewer lines, cleanouts, manhole structures, and wastewater pumping systems, including rebuilding pumps and valves.
Ensures proper disposal and handling of hazardous materials, pesticides, disinfectants, and oxidizing agents in accordance with safety guidelines.
Compiles and submits activity reports to management and informs the public about repair and maintenance crew activities.
Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains industrial wastewater pumps and pumping systems, power-generating engines, and compressors.
Performs welding, concrete, carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, and electrical work as needed for equipment and structural repairs, including site mitigation or remediation following Sanitary Sewer Overflows.