Water Services Electrician - Phoenix Arizona

The City of Phoenix Water Services Department, one of the nation's largest potable water utilities, treats and delivers safe, reliable drinking water to 1.5 million customers across approximately 540 square miles.  Phoenix Water Services also manages the sewer collection system and treats wastewater for 2.5 million residents in metropolitan Phoenix.

Are you a skilled electrician with a passion for complex systems and meaningful work? Join our team as a Water Services Electrician, where you'll perform advanced, Journeyman-level electrical work that directly supports the delivery of safe, reliable water to our community.

In this role, you'll work on commercial and industrial electrical systems up to 12,470 volts, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industry best practices. From intricate motor control wiring to high-voltage systems, your expertise will help keep critical infrastructure running smoothly.

What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems in water treatment plants and remote facilities.
• Install and maintain equipment in high-demand environments, including electrical utility, and industrial settings.
• Safely work with voltages ranging from 600V to Medium Voltage, using proper PPE and safety protocols.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, ladder diagrams, and work orders to complete assignments efficiently.
• Train and mentor new and current staff, sharing your knowledge and experience.
• Occasionally work with electronics metering, instrumentation, and various voltage systems.

Position Highlights:

• Collaborative team environment with support from Electrical Crew Chiefs and Lead Electricians.
• A chance to make a real impact on public health and infrastructure.
• Opportunities to work at both treatment plants and remote facilities.
• Multiple vacancies available within the Water Production Division at the following locations:
  • Deer Valley Water Treatment Plant
  • 24^th Street Water Treatment Plant
  • Union Hills Water Treatment Plant
  • Remote Facilities North
  • Remote Facilities South

If you're ready to bring your electrical expertise to a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!

• Technically Proficient: Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining commercial/industrial electrical systems up to 12,470 volts, with strong knowledge of the NEC and motor controls.
• Safety-Conscious: Consistently follows electrical safety protocols and uses appropriate PPE for both low and medium voltage environments.
• Team-Oriented Mentor: Works collaboratively with crews and takes initiative in training and supporting fellow electricians.

$35.78 - $41.42 per hour base wage. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Additional compensation for Unit 002 positions includes:

Extra Pay for the Work You Do

• Shift Differential Pay for night and weekend hours.
• Standby Pay: $2.50 per hour.
• Callout Pay: Paid at time and a half your regular hourly rate.
• Tool Allowance: $300 annually, prorated based on number of months in position.

Time Off You Can Count On

• 13.5 paid holidays.
• Vacation: Earn 8 hours per month.
• Sick Leave: Earn 10 hours per month.

Retirement Contributions

• 401(a) plan with a 3.62% employer contribution on your base wage.

Internal Only: Please understand that this is pay grade 255. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

• Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
• Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
• Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
• When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit. 

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A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

Retirement & Long Term Security

• Traditional pension with both employer and employee contributions - Pension Information
• Employer paid long term disability coverage

Health & Wellness

• Choice of HMO, PPO, or HSA/High Deductible medical plans
• $150/month City contribution to your Post Employment Health Plan (with medical enrollment)
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Wellness incentive worth up to $720 each year

Time Off & Family Support

• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for birth, adoption, or foster placement
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness support through Savi

Perks That Make a Difference

• Free bus and light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,500 per year
• Additional benefits and resources to support your career and well being

For more details, visit: Unit 002 Benefits

• Completion of a recognized four year electrical apprenticeship program, or equivalent training;
  • OR three years of experience as a skilled electrician.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Working conditions and environment may require:
  • Working irregular hours, second and/or third shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings.
  • Moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Working outside in a variety of environmental extremes such as heat, cold, rain, air pollution, and dust.
  • Working in small, cramped areas such as ceiling crawl spaces, and equipment enclosures.
  • Working at heights up to 100 feet.
  • Walking for prolonged periods which may include walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
• These positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
• The City job description can be found here.

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Three years of medium voltage installation, service, or maintenance.
• Five years of experience in:
  • Industrial/commercial electrical work.
  • Troubleshooting, inspecting, and repairing electrical systems.
  • Industrial automation and motor/process controls.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and one-line diagrams.

Additional Skills and Knowledge:

• Application of NFPA 70E and OSHA safety standards.
• Working in Water Production Plants, Wellfields, or Wastewater Treatment Plants.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of large industrial systems.
• Hands-on experience with large horsepower motors, VFDs, and related equipment.
• Customer service and coordination with contractors or service partners.
• Reviewing construction plans and making technical recommendations.
• Using asset management systems and computers for task tracking.
• Installation and maintenance of medium voltage (12.47kV, 13.8kV) feeder systems and substations.
• Experience with S.E.S., transformers, or generator equipment.

Recruitment closes September 9, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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