What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Plant Operator position at Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community?
Join our dedicated team in ensuring that our community has access to safe and clean drinking water. The Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for monitoring, operating, and maintaining water treatment plant systems and related equipment. Your work will ensure that our community receives high-quality drinking water in accordance with EPA guidelines and tribal/federal compliance standards.
Why Work with Us?
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community is a sovereign tribe located in the metropolitan Phoenix area. Bounded by the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Fountain Hills, the Community serves over 9,000 tribal members as a full-service government entity. Be a part of a mission-driven team that values safety, compliance, and community service. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor water treatment facility equipment, including wells, pumps, and disinfection processes.
- Maintain appropriate chemical levels for water treatment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conduct water sampling and testing to control water quality and report results accurately.
- Perform maintenance on water treatment facility equipment and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Keep detailed records of meter readings, chemical tests, and maintenance activities.
- Assist in developing water treatment operation policies and procedures.
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or GED; some college coursework in water treatment technology or related field preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of full-time experience as a Water Treatment Plant Operator or in a related role, including 2 years operating an arsenic removal water treatment plant.
- Possession of an ADEQ or ITCA Grade III Water Treatment Operator Certification (or equivalent with Arizona reciprocity).
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Diverse culture
- Paid Sick Leave AND Annual Leave
- 15 paid holidays
- 401K Retirement Plan, 5% employer contribution, plus additional employee contribution match up to 3%
- Rich benefits plan
- Health Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
- Wellness Program – Earn credits toward cash or time off
- The Valley’s healthiest employers 10 years running
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about the opportunity to advance your career as a Water Treatment Plant Operator and support our community, we want to hear from you!
Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.
"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.
In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).
Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:
1) attach to application
2) fax (480) 362-5860
3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.
Documentation must be received by position closing date.
The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.
Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.
Salary : $65,817 - $88,853
