Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II

City of Scottsdale • Az, AZ

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About The Position

The City is seeking a skilled and motivated Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II to help ensure the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operation of our wastewater treatment systems. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a hands-on, collaborative environment and are passionate about protecting public health and preserving our natural resources. The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II performs intermediate-level operational tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the City's water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes. Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $37.72/hour.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Two years' experience in the operation of advanced, complex water and/or wastewater treatment facility.
• Experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical trouble shooting.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date.
• Must possess upon hire or promotion and maintain a Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Treatment.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Nice To Haves

• Grade 2 Operator certification, or higher, in Water Treatment at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Performs intermediate-level operational tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the City's water and wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes.

Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED