Pima County

Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technician III

Tucson, AZ · Mid · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$27k-$33kDetected 19 days ago

HRCommunicationSCADA

About the role

The first review of applications will be on 07/17/2026.
Pima County Regional Wastewater Department is seeking three Operations and Maintenance Technicians III (O&M) to join the team.
O&M Technician III is responsible for safely operating and monitoring selected equipment involved in the treatment, processing, and resource reclamation of wastewater and biosolids.

O&M Technician III is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities of the O&M Technician - Level I and Level II;

the ability to see, read, and interpret written information, manuals, gauges, etc., including distinguishing various colors.
the ability to hear and comprehend voice communications in-person, over a radio, and phone, and to hear operating equipment.
Valid driver license is required at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/licensures shall be grounds for termination.
If an applicant has an equivalent certification from another state, certification through reciprocity with ADEQ must be obtained within 3 months of hire or promotion.

(Be specific in describing your experience in your application.
Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.)
Minimum three ( 3) years experience performing preventative maintenance at a water/wastewater facility or similar.
Additional ADEQ Certification/s (Collections/Water Treatment/Water Distribution).
Minimum three ( 3) years experience with Supervisory Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA) or comparable system control operation software.
Minimum two ( 2) years as an O&M Technician with Pima County Wastewater Reclamation Department.
Minimum two ( 2) years experience assisting with facility on-the-job training (OJT).
Selection Procedure:

Level I and Level II;
Follows all safety procedures, including proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) and confined space procedures;
Operates and trains staff on new and advanced wastewater and solids treatment processing equipment and systems;
Uses intermediate level algebra and other mathematical calculations;
Collects and analyzes wastewater samples in field and laboratory settings, reports results;
Makes process control recommendations to the Supervisor and/or management team based on field observations and laboratory results;
Assists with data table/spreadsheet creation &/or modification;
Assists in performing most duties of O&M Supervisors, including conducting tours of facilities;
Assist in generating daily, weekly, and monthly plant highlight reports or other reports to management;
Performs QA/QC on lab processes and data;
Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
The County requires pre-employment background checks.

$27.19 - $38.06 Per Hour
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
Hiring Range: $27.19 - $32.63 Per Hour

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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