Water Services Worker III

Introduction

At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation’s most advanced and efficient water utilities.

We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines - engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more.

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About the Position
Performs a variety of customer service and Water related field services, primarily involving underground utility identification, i.e., "Blue Staking."

Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $32.28/hour.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Two years' experience with a water and/or wastewater distribution system, large sprinkler system, or equivalent capacity.

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Within one year of hire or promotion, must possess and maintain Grade 1 certifications from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in Water and Wastewater. The certifications must include one in Water Treatment or Water Distribution; and one in Wastewater Treatment or Wastewater Collections.
• Some assignments within this job classification require the use of a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement. Employees in these assignments are expected to possess or obtain within six months of promotion or hire a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the Tanker endorsement. CDL assigned employees must maintain a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

All Assignments:

• Locates and marks water and sewer lines, water valves, sewer manholes, and sewer laterals as requested through Arizona Blue Stake Center and required by State law prior to excavating.
• Investigates water leaks and reports of sewer stoppages. Determines appropriate cause of action. Repairs minor water leaks when required.
• Isolates water mains as part of repairs to lines, hydrants, or valves.
• Inspects sewers for flow and direction.
• Installs residential and commercial water meters for new home construction and replaces failed water meters. Sets construction flow meters, digital recorders, and hydrant meters.
• Responds to citizen requests on: water quality or pressure problems, sewer odor, and roach complaints.

CDL Assignment:

• Qualifies for a DOT Medical Certification Card on a regular basis as determined by the authorizing DOT physician as appropriate to the job assignment.
• Operate a dump truck for after-hours emergencies or as needed by the department.
• Drive and operate a Hydro Excavation truck to assist crews with soft digs or cleanup.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform manual work that requires standing and moving for continuous periods of time, lifting, bending, and climbing stairs and rough terrain.
• Carry large valve keys and turn them, requiring substantial upper body twisting and force.
• Remove manhole covers, requiring swinging a sledge hammer, prying off, and dragging the heavy covers.
• Comply with all OSHA safety standards including Confined Space entry, Trenching and Shoring, and Traffic Barricade set up.
• Works in small areas and must climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• May move and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) both short and long distances.
• Operate a variety of equipment and machinery requiring continuous or repetitive arm and hand movements.
• Clean and care for tools and equipment; perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Visual and muscular dexterity to operate a motor vehicle, equipment, hand tools, computer, and two-way radio.
• Exposure to dust, odor, noise, inclement weather, and temperature extremes.
• Most work is performed in the field while some work is performed in a City office environment.
• Some work is performed in a City office environment.
• Drive a city vehicle or equipment maintaining constant vigilance to the road and surrounding area.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Travel to/from various locations.
• May work rotating weekend shifts and a call-out schedule.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 8/11/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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