What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Plant Operator I/II (OWRF and AWRF) position at City of Chandler, AZ - Public Works & Utilities Department?
Salary : $25.89 - $40.03 Hourly
Location : Chandler, AZ
Job Type : Full-time, Regular
Job Number : 2500196
Department : Public Works & Utilities
Division : 3970-OCOTILLO WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY
Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 4 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Arizona
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Public Works & Utilities Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team. Our Ocotillo Wastewater Reclamation Facility (OWRF) and Airport Wastewater Reclamation Facility (AWRF) each have an opening for an Utility Plant Operator I or Utility Plant Operator II . The position is scheduled to work a 5X8 schedule. Following training, an option to go to a 4X10 schedule may be available. Remote work is not available.
Why work for Chandler?
- Diverse and inclusive environment
- Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
- Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
- 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
- Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
- 12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave the end of 2025, subject to approval by the City Manager
- Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
- City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
- Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
- Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
- Flexible schedule / remote work options (when available)
Who we are
Chandler was the first city in Arizona to receive accreditation of our water and wastewater operations by the American Public Works Association, the toughest accreditation to achieve in the industry. The Utilities Division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's water, wastewater and reclaimed water infrastructure. The Utilities team maintains and operates one water, one brine reduction and three wastewater facilities. We treat over 64 million gallons of fresh water and treat over 30 million gallons of wastewater per day to class A reclaimed water to meet irrigation and industrial demands. Our water is received from four primary water sources : Salt River, Verde River, Colorado River and ground water supplied by our extensive well field facilities. We also use advanced treatment processes to recycle over 7 million gallons of industrial wastewater and return it back for industrial reuse. Service is provided to the City of Chandler residential, commercial, and industrial users by a network of 1,224 miles of active water mains, 942 miles of active sewer mains, and 92 miles of reclaimed water mains.
Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone to perform the full range of semi-skilled and skilled operational work in a wastewater treatment facility including monitoring, operating and adjusting equipment. We have an open in OWRF and another opening in AWRF. If hired, we have programs that can be completed, providing the ability to promote to a Utility Plan Operator II and a Utility Plant Operator III.
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Utility Plant Operator I $25.89 to $34.96 per hour DOE
Minimum qualifications
Utility Plant Operator II $29.65 to $40.03 per hour DOE
Minimum qualifications
This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.
The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug test and a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please
Have you successfully obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalency?
Are you enrolled in, or have you completed, the City of Chandler's Temporary Utility Plant Operator Trainee Program?
Do you have at least 1 year of experience in the operation or maintenance of a water or wastewater utility or other related industrial experience?
Do you have 2 or more years of experience in the operation or maintenance of a water or wastewater collection, treatment plant, facility or distribution system?
Do you have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record?
Do you have an ADEQ Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Certificate (or higher) or an equivalent certification from another state?
Do you have an ADEQ Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Certificate (or higher) or an equivalent certification from another state?
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Salary : $5,250