Water Operator I (Production)

Salary : See Position DescriptionLocation : Marana, AZJob Type : Full TimeJob Number : 202400101Department : WaterOpening Date : 10 / 15 / 2024Closing Date : ContinuousTown of Marana Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas : Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services. Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are : Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork, and Engaged Innovation. Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking a Water Operator I to work in the Water Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in joining a team-oriented atmosphere in the water production field. The position will include operation and maintenance of the public water production system including system troubleshooting and repairs.The Town offers a competitive benefits package : Expected Hiring Range : $20.65 / hr. - $25.30 / hr.Salary Range : $20.65 / hr. - $29.94 / hr.Placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity, and / or budget. Examples of Duties Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and adjusts wellhead units, storage reservoirs and other water facilities, machinery and equipment including production pumps, electrical panels, chlorine units and instrumentation.Inspects and provides maintenance of electric motors, equipment ventilation, motor controls, valves and generators.Monitor disinfection systems and maintain and repair equipment.Performs preventive maintenance checks and servicing on water system equipment; packs, lubricates, cleans and paints pumping equipment and motors.Coordinate emergency repair of systems as needed.Performs various skilled and semi-skilled plumbing and electrical duties as required.Fabricates parts and equipment including mounts, brackets and shields; operates welding and cutting equipment.Maintains an inventory of supplies, parts and equipment used in water service maintenance. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalency plus six months of additional education or trainingOver six months of experience in the operation and maintenance of water.Must obtain ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification within 12 months of hire date. (Training will be provided)Must have a valid Arizona Driver LicenseAbility to pass both the Town of Marana background check and a motor vehicle records check.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Must pass a pre-employment physical which includes a 50-pound lift test and respirator questionnaire RECRUITMENT PROCESSIf you meet the minimum requirements, submit a completed Town of Marana application which can be supplemented with a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are responsible for verifying receipt of materials. Applications must be submitted by applying online at All status updates will be sent via email through the applicant tracking system. REVIEW PROCESS Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements and have been scheduled for interviews. The first review date of applications will be conducted on October 29, 2024. TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION 11555 West Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653 ph (520) 382-1900 / fx (520) 382-3500 QUESTIONSHuman Resources Staff ContactCorinda Gamboa / 520-382-1934 / For technical issues with the NEOGOV site, please contact Customer Support at 1-855-524-5627.The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application / exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.The Town of Marana offers a variety of benefits to meet your needs. Visit our benefits site for more information : 01 Please select the highest level of education that you have completed. I have a high school diploma or general education equivalency I have some college past the high school level I have an associate's degree I have a bachelor's degree I have a master's degree None of the above options apply to me 02 Do you have a valid Arizona Driver License? (If you answered no, it will be required at time of hire) Yes No 03 Please select the item below that more closely describes your experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment / distribution systems, experience or a closely related field. I have no related experience I have less than 6 months of direct experience I have more than 6 months but less than 1 year of direct experience I have more than 1 year but less than 3 years of direct experience I have more than 3 years but less than 5 years of direct experience I have more than 5 years of direct experience Required Question

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