Utility Maintenance Worker III

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

2d • $52,291 - $73,174 • Onsite

About The Position

Regional Wastewater Reclamation is seeking an individual who excels in leading and actively engaging in the intricate tasks of inspecting, cleaning, repairing, disinfecting, implementing vector control, and maintaining both gravity and pressure-based sanitary sewage conveyance systems. This role involves leading, directing, and training Utility Maintenance Workers in these essential tasks. The position also includes installing, adjusting, and servicing flow and atmospheric sampling and metering equipment, as well as operating and performing maintenance on specialized equipment like pressure cleaners, sprayers, vacuum machines, and pumping equipment. Preventive maintenance on sewer lines, cleanouts, manhole structures, and wastewater pumping systems, including pump and valve rebuilding, is also a key responsibility. Additionally, the role requires ensuring proper disposal and handling of hazardous materials, pesticides, disinfectants, and oxidizing agents, and performing welding, concrete, carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, and electrical work for equipment and structural repairs, including site mitigation/remediation following Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO).

Requirements

• Four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, or repair of sewage or wastewater conveyance systems, INCLUDING two years of experience in sewer maintenance.
• OR: One year of experience with Pima County as a Utility Maintenance Worker II.
• Valid driver's license is required at the time of application.
• Valid AZ driver's license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine the applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• This position requires a valid Arizona Class D driver's license at the time of application or prior to completion of initial/promotional probation.
• A valid Arizona commercial driver's license (CDL), Class A, Class B, or Class C with appropriate endorsements is required.
• For these positions, failure to maintain the required CDL may be grounds for termination.
• Positions requiring a CDL are also subject to applicable State of Arizona and federal standards, rules, and regulations on physical requirements including drug and alcohol testing.
• Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
• All positions require possession of a valid Grade 3 Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Collection certification and a valid Class B Arizona commercial driver license (CDL), with appropriate endorsements, at time of appointment.
• Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment.
• Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks.
• Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
• Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.
• Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, asbestos, or wastewater and sewage products; special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen, which may include respirator fit test.
• All positions require the ability to lift, push or pull up to 75 pounds for brief periods.
• All positions require the ability to enter and work in confined spaces, which may require the proper wearing of individual safety and protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a current Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Collection System Grade 2 Certification.
• Current valid commercial drivers license, class B with tanker endorsement.
• Minimum one (1) year of field experience working as a lead within a sewer collection system.

Responsibilities

• Assigns tasks to crewmembers
• 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, assigned vehicles, and machinery
• Ensures compliance with all operational safety regulations by maintaining and using safety and personal protective equipment and implementing safety-training procedures
• Establishes and maintains appropriate worksite traffic control/warning devices and measures
• Leads, directs, and trains Utility Maintenance Workers in the inspection, cleaning, repair, and maintenance of sewage conveyance and pumping systems
• Installs, adjusts, and services flow and atmospheric sampling and metering equipment, ensuring proper operation
• Operates and performs operator-level servicing of specialized equipment such as pressure cleaners, sprayers, vacuum machines, and pumping equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance on sewer lines, cleanouts, manhole structures, and wastewater pumping systems, including pump and valve rebuilding
• Ensures proper disposal and handling of hazardous materials, pesticides, disinfectants, and oxidizing agents in accordance with safety guidelines
• Enforces safety regulations by maintaining safety equipment, implementing safety training, and establishing traffic control measures to ensure worker and public safety
• 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, 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/remediation following Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO)

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed