Wastewater Infrastructure Manager

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

21h

About The Position

Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (RWRD) is seeking candidates for an Infrastructure Manager responsible for overseeing industrial process infrastructure associated with the operation of a large wastewater utility. This is a leadership role, and the ideal candidates should have infrastructure management experience, preferably with direct technical and leadership experience and strong troubleshooting skills. The Wastewater Infrastructure Manager classification encompasses Electrical Infrastructure Manager and Biogas-Central Plant Infrastructure Manager roles responsible for managing and maintaining industrial wastewater facility systems consisting of high voltage electrical power distribution, and biogas central plant operations, including boilers, chillers, blowers, biogas, and RNG upgrading equipment. You will provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams consisting of engineers, electricians, and technicians to ensure alignment of operational goals in the maintenance, planning, and improvements of physical assets and infrastructure systems at wastewater treatment plants. This role ensures that treatment plant facilities, associated infrastructure, and utilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and regulatory standards while achieving continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices, policies, and scalable solutions for balancing performance, cost, and risk. This classification is in the Unclassified series of positions and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering (or a closely related field as defined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment) AND at least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater operations, project management, industrial facility operations and maintenance, or engineering or technical consulting in the water/wastewater industry INCLUDING two (2) years at a supervisory or management level.
• OR: Four (4) years with Pima County as a Wastewater Planning Manager, Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor, or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, INCLUDING one year of supervisory experience.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at time of application or prior to completion of an initial or promotional probation period.
• Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/licensures 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.
• A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or higher degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field.
• Professional certifications, licenses, or specialized training in boiler and chiller operations and building automation systems.
• Minimum four (4) years experience in mechanical system design, operation of industrial facility management.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications for heat exchangers, chillers, and boilers, and the ability to oversee or conduct root cause analysis for recurring system issues.
• Direct experience working with flammable and pressurized gas systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, troubleshooting, and resolving complex industrial electrical issues and conformance with electrical safety regulations, codes, and compliance standards, transformers, variable frequency drives, and distribution systems of >480 V
• Maintenance and troubleshooting interconnected biogas and central thermal utility systems, including steam, hot water, chilled water, compressed air, biogas, or natural gas
• Direct and coordinate the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of plant infrastructure, including buildings, pumping stations, pipelines, mechanical and electrical systems, and biogas upgrading equipment
• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to technical and maintenance staff
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure high availability and reliability of critical assets, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime
• Ensure facility compliance with safety and environmental regulations through infrastructure inspections and risk assessments for identifying hazards to safeguard against system failures or environmental impacts
• Manage capital projects related to infrastructure expansion, upgrades, and modernization, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget
• Collaborate with process engineers, operations staff, and regulatory agencies to identify opportunities for improvements in energy efficiency and sustainability by analyzing energy consumption patterns and implementing measures for optimizing system performance and upgrading equipment for enhancing energy efficiency
• Develop and manage the infrastructure budget, including planning for capital expenditures and long-term asset replacement
• Oversee contractors and vendors, including reviewing proposals, monitoring performance, and ensuring quality of work
• Maintain accurate records of infrastructure performance, work orders, and equipment history.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees