Plant Operator I/II - Tempe Arizona

PLANT OPERATOR I/II+

This recruitment is open until the position is filled or a sufficient number of applications have been reviewed to establish a qualified candidate pool.  

First review of applications will occur on Thursday, December 29, 2022.

Salary Range:

Plant Operator I: $25.65 - $34.37

Plant Operator II: $28.21 - $37.81

This position is part of a flexible classification.  Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Pay Increases occur in July
• 12 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $53/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,000/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.17% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:     

Municipal Utilities / Water Utilities

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

This position is classified as safety sensitive.

Schedule:

Initial training schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

            *Requires working assigned training shifts on any 24/7 schedule.

Job Number: 

RC#901732

DESCRIPTION

Plant Operator I:

The primary function of an employee in this classification is to learn to perform treatment operations, maintenance and repair work at water treatment, wastewater treatment and/or field site facilities based on assignment.

Plant Operator II:

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of skilled technical duties and tasks in the operation, maintenance and testing at the City’s water or wastewater treatment plant facilities based on assignment. Monitor plant functions, collect samples, perform laboratory testing and adjust chemical feeds and equipment to adhere regulatory compliance.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

Plant Operator I:

Requires six (6) months of experience in water or wastewater treatment, distribution collection or maintenance of a water utility or in a related industry is preferred.

Plant Operator II:

Requires two (2) years of experience in treatment operations and/or maintenance of a water or wastewater utility or in a related industry.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year).  The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience. 

Education:

Both Levels:

High school diploma, GED or equivalency. Some college-level coursework in waster or wastewater treatment is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

Plant Operator I:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of or required to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ)

Grade 1 Water Treatment Operator OR an ADEQ

Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Operator certification based on assignment.

• Possession of or required to obtain within twenty-four (24) months of hire, an ADEQ

Grade 2 Water Treatment Certification OR an ADEQ

Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Certification based on assignment.

Plant Operator II:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of an ADEQ Grade 2 Water Treatment Operator Certification OR an ADEQ Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification based on assignment.

When assigned to Water Treatment Facilities:

• Possession of or required to obtain within six (6) months an ADEQ Grade 3 Water Treatment Operator Certification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: 

• Criminal history background investigation
• Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
• Post offer/pre-employment physical

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:

Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status.  Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process.  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276.  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.