What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Utility Worker I & II position at Town of Gilbert?
Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Wastewater Utility Worker I & II. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.
The Wastewater Utility Worker I & II positions report to the Wastewater Utility Supervisor. The primary functions of these positions include:
Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:
This position has been designated as a Heavy work position that spends a majority of their workday in an outdoor/field environment. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
CANDIDATES FOR A WASTEWATER WORKER I MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
CANDIDATES FOR A WASTEWATER WORKER II MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
The first review of applications will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2027, then every other Thursday while the posting is active with a final review on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play. Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The Wastewater Utility Worker I & II positions report to the Wastewater Utility Supervisor. The primary functions of these positions include:
- Performs repairs and maintenance on wastewater systems and reclaimed water distribution systems, to include monitoring water volumes that are delivered to basins and customer sites.
- Troubleshoots system problems and makes recommendations for corrective action.
- Fills percolation ponds according to predetermined schedules and revises schedule depending on system requirements.
- Operates, inspects, and maintains reclaimed water distribution infrastructure: logs daily records interpret readings from meters, gauges, charts, and instruments; and detects mechanical or process deficiency.
- Performs maintenance, inspection, and repair of wastewater collection assets such as gravity mains, force mains, manholes, and lift stations safely and proficiently.
- Operate a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools that include a utility truck, heavy machinery such as a dump truck, tractors, skid loaders, backhoes, excavators, CCTV equipment, and combination sewer cleaners.
- Available on a 24-hour basis for emergencies and after-hours callouts and On-call as required.
- Reads and interprets engineering plans, architectural plans, and blueprints.
- Assures compliance with all federal, state, county, and local regulations and laws
Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include:
This position has been designated as a Heavy work position that spends a majority of their workday in an outdoor/field environment. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
CANDIDATES FOR A WASTEWATER WORKER I MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Up to 1 year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field (may include on-the-job training)
- Up to 1 year of experience, depending on area of assignment in water, reclaimed water, distribution system operation, including maintenance practices or working knowledge of wastewater collection systems, maintenance, operation and general construction.
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Class A Commercial Driver's License Permit (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement at the time of hire and obtain the Class A CDL License with Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire.
- Appropriate commercial driver's license must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.
- ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Collections or Grade I Water Distribution Certification within 1 year of hire or promotion (The certification required will be dependent on the area of assignment).
- Appropriate certification must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.
- Office of Pest Management Pesticide Applicator's License may be required within 1 year of hire.
- NASSCO Certification for pipe assessment and manhole assessment preferred.
- View the full job description for Wastewater Utility Worker I
CANDIDATES FOR A WASTEWATER WORKER II MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field.
- 2 years of experience, depending on area of assignment in water or reclaimed water distribution system operation, including maintenance practices or working knowledge of wastewater collection systems, maintenance, operation and general construction.
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- View the full job description for Wastewater Utility Worker II
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement with no air brake restrictions upon hire or promotion.
- Appropriate commercial driver's license must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.
- ADEQ Grade II Wastewater Collections or Grade II Water Distribution Certification upon hire or promotion (The certification required will be dependent on the area of assignment).
- Appropriate certification must be maintained as a condition of employment in this job classification.
- Office of Pest Management Pesticide Applicator's License may be required within 1 year of hire.
- NASSCO Certification for pipe assessment and manhole assessment preferred
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
The first review of applications will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2027, then every other Thursday while the posting is active with a final review on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play. Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $20 - $34
