Water Operator II or III

EPCOR•El Mirage, AZ

About The Position

As a Water Treatment Operator, you’ll play an essential role in keeping our water facilities running smoothly by monitoring plant operations, troubleshooting equipment, and helping improve overall system performance. Your work will include hands‑on tasks like maintaining equipment, handling treatment chemicals safely, and performing sampling and lab testing to ensure our water meets all County, State, and EPA standards. You’ll also run tests to set accurate chemical feed rates, adjust pump settings, and operate telemetry systems while keeping clear, organized records. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills, work with supportive teammates, and make a real impact in your community. If you’re ready to build a rewarding career in water operations, we’d be excited to receive your application This role involves performing a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of water plant systems. You’ll support the start‑up of new facilities, assist fellow operators with technical operations and maintenance work, and take part in daily plant activities such as monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing water production and treatment processes. The position includes reviewing lab analyses and SCADA data to guide process control and ensure efficient, compliant plant performance. You’ll also work safely with treatment chemicals—including chlorine gas, sulfuric acid, ferric chloride, sodium hydroxide, sodium hypochlorite, and polymers—as part of maintaining high‑quality water standards. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to essential community services.

Requirements

Experience with computers and data collection software.
Experience with hand tools and power equipment. Plumbing, construction, and/or mechanical experience a plus.
Competent understanding of water treatment and ability to evaluate sample results for chlorine residual, PH, color, and nitrates.
Knowledge of the operation, methods, practices, techniques and servicing requirements of water production, storage and distribution facilities, water facilities and collection facilities.
Basic knowledge water treatment processes such as coagulation-filtration and adsorption
Thorough understanding of electrical, mechanical, chemical, confined space and other safety practices required in water facilities.
Good knowledge of procedures, materials, tools, equipment, safety hazards, and precautions common to assigned area of responsibility.
Ability to deal effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
Ability to write legibly and make mathematical calculations accurately.
Ability to use computer tools to analyze and report water plant and well data.
Ability to determine what equipment, tools, manpower and materials will be needed to complete assigned projects.
Able to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment including forklifts, powered lift gates, and large commercial vehicles.
Ability to input and understand operational data. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Able to lift up to 70 pounds.
Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions while stooping and bending, shoveling, sweeping and walking.
All candidates must have High School diploma or equivalent, and valid driver’s license with good driving record. Must be willing to obtain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
This position is subject to call back, overtime and week-end/holiday emergency call-outs. Operators are required to fulfill on-call duties an average of one week per month on a rotational schedule. Position has the potential for exposure to dust, pollen, chemicals, water and sewage. Must be able to tolerate extreme heat.
Must be dependable, reliable and self-directed.
Must be able to be at work every day on time and able to work rotating schedules.
Individuals filling this position must operate Company owned vehicles in a safe manner, and have a valid Arizona driver’s license with good driving record. An Arizona Class D driver’s license.
Operator II requirements: Must have at least 2 years of experience in the operation of water facilities; and must also have one/both the following certification(s) for water operator eligibility: Water: ADEQ Grade 2 Water Treatment certifications Distribution: ADEQ Grade 2 Water Distribution certifications
Operator III requirements: Must have at least 3 years of experience in the operation of water facilities; and must also have one/both the following certification(s) for water operator eligibility: Water: ADEQ Grade 3 Water Treatment certifications Distribution: ADEQ Grade Distribution 3 certifications

Nice To Haves

Plumbing, construction, and/or mechanical experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Collects data for the operation and maintenance of water plant and well fields.
Samples water for PH and chlorine residual, and verifies or calibrates analyzing equipment when needed.
Troubleshoots problems encountered during the operation and maintenance of water plants and wells.
Receives job assignments through work orders and verbal instructions from Lead Operator, Plant Operations Foreman or Operations Supervisor.
Manages projects to completion, resolving most problems independently. Works with contractors and venders to repair or replace equipment.
Reads and interprets water facility plans. Maintains daily time card, recording hours spent to complete each task.
Completes paperwork including job hazard assessments, vehicle inspections, daily reports and facility log books.
Performs other work as required.

Benefits

a competitive wage
an incentive award program
an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage
retirement plan with substantial company contribution
generous time-off schedules
training opportunities
tuition reimbursement
certification support

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