Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician III
About The Position
Pima County Regional Wastewater Department is hiring multiple Operations and Maintenance Technicians III to safely operate and monitor selected equipment used in wastewater and biosolids treatment, processing, and resource reclamation. The role supports continuity of treatment operations through preventive maintenance and adjustments to equipment and systems, including pumps, motors, blowers, chemical feed equipment, sludge equipment, and basic laboratory equipment. The position also collects and analyzes wastewater samples and records data about equipment maintenance and treatment processes. Work assignments, shifts, and locations vary according to departmental needs and are communicated by the supervisor or treatment management. Some positions require on-call rotations. The position requires successful demonstration of internal O&M knowledge and skills during the probationary period.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Valid ADEQ Grade 3 or higher Wastewater Treatment System Operator certification; all positions require a valid ADEQ Grade 3 certification.
- At least 3 years of experience operating an advanced, complex wastewater or water facility, or a related industry or facility.
- At least 2 years as an operator at a Grade 3 or Grade 4 wastewater facility, as specified under Section R18-5-114.
- Relevant experience, training, and/or education from an accredited college or university may substitute for experience.
- Valid driver license at the time of application and valid Arizona driver license at the time of appointment.
- Obtain ADEQ certification through reciprocity within 3 months of hire or promotion if holding an equivalent certification from another state.
- Successfully demonstrate internal O&M knowledge and skills within the probationary period.
- Meet the physical and sensory demands described for the position, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects; working in confined spaces; and operating vehicles, machinery, and powered industrial equipment.
- Pass required post-offer, pre-employment background screening and post-offer physical and/or drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of experience performing preventive maintenance at a water/wastewater facility or similar process.
- Additional ADEQ certifications in Collections, Water Treatment, or Water Distribution.
- At least 3 years of experience with SCADA or comparable system-control operation software.
- At least 2 years of experience as an O&M Technician with Pima County Wastewater Reclamation Department.
- At least 2 years of experience assisting with facility on-the-job training.
Responsibilities
- Perform the duties and responsibilities of O&M Technician Levels I and II.
- Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and confined-space procedures.
- Operate advanced wastewater and solids treatment equipment and systems, and train staff on new equipment and systems.
- Use advanced operating principles of facility SCADA systems and computerized maintenance management systems.
- Collect and analyze wastewater samples in field and laboratory settings and report results.
- Interpret meter and process-control readings and testing or analysis results; adjust equipment and machinery operations as needed.
- Evaluate, troubleshoot, and adjust equipment and processes used to treat and process wastewater and byproducts, including solids, gas, service water, and side streams.
- Make process-control recommendations to supervisors or management based on field observations and laboratory results.
- Prepare for and respond to process and equipment changes, equipment placement into or out of service, hydraulic loading events, and other plant emergencies.
- Assist with creating or modifying data tables and spreadsheets.
- Assist with duties performed by O&M Supervisors, including conducting facility tours.
- Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly plant highlight reports and other management reports.
- Perform quality assurance and quality control on laboratory processes and data.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
- Perform preventive maintenance and adjustments to pumps, motors, blowers, chemical feed equipment, sludge equipment, and basic laboratory equipment.
- Record data relating to equipment operations and maintenance and treatment processes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
