Well Operator - Conservation Lands & Resources

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

23h•$25 - $35

About The Position

Conservation Lands & Resources (CLR) is seeking a highly motivated Well Operator to work in our Wells and Water Systems program within the Range and Agricultural Lands, Water, and Special Projects (RAWS) Division. The Well Operator maintains water wells and associated systems on regulatory wells, ranches and open space properties in Pima County to ensure the continuous supply of safe, clean water and to comply with state and federal regulations. The wells and water systems program supports the entire CLR Department, and in some cases also provides support for several additional Departments. This position will work in rugged and remote locations requiring flexible hours and the ability to work in extreme weather conditions. The CLR Department manages over 260,000 acres of County conservation lands, including 13 active cattle ranches, iconic natural resource parks such as Tucson Mountain Park, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, and Agua Caliente Park and a variety of open space properties. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in remote areas, in extremes of heat, humidity, dust, and cold; in areas with venomous reptiles and insects and cactus and in areas near the US-Mexico border. The position of Well Operator requires a motivated employee to maintain and install well equipment including but not limited to pumps, motors, solar systems and plumbing equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalency AND two years of experience in water utility, construction, or industrial maintenance. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR: One year with Pima County in a Utility Maintenance, Wastewater Maintenance and/or Operations, Parks or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Valid driver license is at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is 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.
Some positions may require possession of a valid Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification within one year of appointment or prior to completion of an initial/promotional probation period.
Some positions may require Arizona certification as an herbicide/pesticide applicator or backflow device inspector/repair person or installer, etc. at the time of appointment or prior to completion of an initial/promotional probation period.
Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
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.
This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.
This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.
Lifts and transports heavy tools, materials, and supplies as required for field operations.
Properly uses and maintains safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Minimum three (3) years experience in the operation and maintenance of remote water distribution systems on ranch and/or open space properties or a closely related field including metal fabrication, installation and repair of industrial equipment including deep well pumps, booster pumps, solar systems, piping, and pump controllers.
Collections of water samples and conduct chlorine testing to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
Minimum two (2) years experience in maintenance and repair of electrical systems, plumbing, chemical feed systems and operational settings to maintain system reliability and safety standards.
Transport and handle heavy tools, materials, and supplies required for fieldwork.
Properly use and maintain safety equipment and PPE in accordance with safety protocols.
Minimum two (2) years experience conducting routine inspections of distribution equipment and facilities to identify maintenance, safety risk and compliance.
Maintain detailed logs, records, and photo documentation of system performance, testing, and maintenance.
Minimum one (1) year experience with computer systems and programs such as Word, Excel, Adobe PDF’s Outlook, or other email systems.
Google Maps and Global Information Systems (GIS) mapping systems.
Experience with off highway vehicles such as navigating rough terrain in 4x4 trucks and/or UTVs/ATVs in remote areas.

Responsibilities

Works in remote locations and harsh weather conditions while maintaining operational reliability and safety standards.
Lifts and transports heavy tools, materials, and supplies as required for field operations.
Properly uses and maintains safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Operates and maintains water wells, pumps, and disinfection equipment to ensure a safe and reliable water supply
Fabricates, constructs, installs, and repairs heavy-duty industrial equipment and machinery such as deep well pumps, water booster pumps, solar equipment and piping systems, horizontal/vertical drive pumps and controllers
Monitors water system performance, collects water samples, and performs tests to ensure compliance with water quality standards
Adjusts chemical feed systems and operational settings to maintain required disinfection levels
Conducts routine inspections of equipment, pipelines, and facility grounds to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on water system equipment and related facilities
Maintains detailed logs, records, and photo documentation of system operations, testing results, and maintenance activities
Operates and maintains work vehicles and other motorized equipment used in field operations.