Wastewater Maintenance Specialist I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

15h • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Maintenance Specialist I to join our Instrumentation Team. In this entry-level role, you will work alongside experienced technicians and engineers to support the installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of industrial process control systems, field instruments (such as flow, pressure, level, and temperature transmitters), and automated control loops. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in electrical, electronic, or instrumentation fundamentals, a high mechanical aptitude, and an eagerness to learn complex SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation environments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven professional looking to build a long-term career in industrial instrumentation, process control, and facility maintenance while working in a safety-first, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• One year of experience working in industrial mechanical maintenance and repair, pumping systems, instrumentation, process control, electrical systems or power generation engine maintenance. (Work experience limited to automotive, truck or heavy equipment maintenance is not qualifying experience.
• (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• OR: One year of experience with Pima County as a Maintenance Mechanic, Utility Service Worker I, Trades Maintenance Helper or Trades Maintenance Technician in other than automotive, truck or heavy equipment repair and/or maintenance.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.
• Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience with instrumentation, including installation, calibration, repair and routine maintenance of pressure, level measurement, flow meter, automated sampling, and chemical analyzer systems.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with industrial mechanical equipment, performing repairs and routine maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Minimum one (1) year experience obtaining and analyzing process samples, determining calibration requirements and performing calibration of analyzer systems.
• Minimum one (1) year experience using digital multimeters or process meters.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in fabrication of control panels and cabinetry.
• Minimum one (1) year experience maintaining work history for maintenance and preventative maintenance activity logs and computer tracking software.
• Minimum one (1) year experience interpreting blueprints, schematics, and diagrams during maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and routine maintenance of industrial wastewater pumps, pumping systems, industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, and power generating engines;
• Assists Wastewater Mechanics, Instrumentation Specialists, and Trades Maintenance Specialists and Technicians in non-routine maintenance, repairs and construction of assigned facilities and systems;
• Assists Wastewater Mechanics in the repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and wastewater conveyance systems;
• Assists other journey-level trade workers, such as painters, welders, electricians, and instrumentation technicians;
• Assists specialists/technicians in the installation, maintenance, and repair of specialized equipment or controls;
• Lifts and moves heavy materials, tools, and supplies;
• Uses and maintains safety and personal protective equipment;
• Performs operator-level maintenance, servicing and adjustments of common tools and equipment;
• Performs worksite clean-up following completion of jobs.

What This Job Offers

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