Wastewater Technical Trainer

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pima County's Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (RWRD) is seeking a Wastewater Technical Trainer. This role is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating training for Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technicians and other RWRD Treatment personnel. The selected candidate will provide direct instruction on wastewater theory and facility operations and maintenance in both classroom and field settings, contributing to career development and state regulatory-required certifications. The position also involves creating multi-modal training content, instructional materials, and presentations, requiring strong public speaking skills. This is an opportunity for individuals with experience as a trainer, educator, or supervisor to make an essential impact on the local community.

Requirements

Three years of experience as a teacher/instructor in one or more STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) disciplines or as an instructor/trainer in related industrial job training. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR: Two years of experience in the operation or maintenance of an advanced, complex wastewater/water facility or related industry/facility as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, INCLUDING one year of experience performing lead, supervisory, and/or training duties (supervisory/training experience may be concurrent). (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR: One year of experience with Pima County in an Operations & Maintenance Technician II, Utility Maintenance Worker III, Industrial Wastewater Inspector, Wastewater Maintenance Specialist II, Conveyance Systems Monitoring II, or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
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.
Conveyance-specific and Treatment Operations-specific positions requires maintaining a valid Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment System Operator certification or ADEQ Grade 3 Wastewater Collection System Operator certification.
The position requires a valid Arizona Class D driver license and a commercial driver's license (CDL) with a tanker endorsement as identified by the appointing authority at the time of application or appointment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in teaching environmental science, ecology, biology, medical fields, hydrology, geology, or agriculture, instructing industry-related job training through CTE, JTED, trade schools, or holding ADEQ Grade 2 certification in Wastewater Collections, Water Treatment, and/or Water Distribution Certification.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams) or other educational/training development software.
Minimum one (1) experience developing curriculum and associated training materials.
Minimum one (1) year experience providing communication in either verbal or written format and delivering information to the public.
Minimum one (1) year experience presenting developed (pre-developed/existing) training materials.

Responsibilities

Identifies and prioritizes training needs, programs, or strategies based on regulatory and departmental requirements.
Collaborates with internal teams and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with department goals and objectives.
Designs, develops, delivers, and updates technical training curricula, materials, and evaluations, using fundamental principles of the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and conveyance systems, processes, equipment, and machinery.
Provides technical and practical training for the purposes of obtaining licensing certifications, credentials, or endorsements that are required of Department employees.
Uses various digital tools and platforms to research and develop training materials for a variety of settings, and uses relevant computer software programs and applications for training documentation, file and database management, and report preparation.
Possesses sound knowledge and understanding of the subject matter taught; participates in professional development to enhance skills, knowledge, and to stay updated on new technologies and best practices.
Evaluates external materials and texts for use, may coordinate the provision of training by other external sources.
Uses principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and evaluation.