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Current Job Openings with Water Services
Senior Water Quality Inspector (Opportunity to underfill as Water Quality Inspector)
Job ID 58660
Senior Water Quality Inspector
Pay Range: $25.56 - $37.76 per hour
Hiring Range: $25.56 - $32.62 per hour
Water Quality Inspector (underfill)
Pay Range: $22.08 - $32.62 per hour
Hiring Range: $22.08 - $26.83 per hour
Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2025
Positions in the Water Services Department (WSD) may be assigned to perform activities for highly regulated permitting and compliance programs relative to drinking water, wastewater, storm water, industrial pretreatment compliance, commercial inspections, and field sampling and monitoring. Specific duties are dependent on programs to which the position is assigned. Currently there are vacancies in the Environmental Services Division (ESD) of the Water Services Department. These positions work in regulatory compliance programs in conjunction with other ESD Sections, WSD Divisions, and City Departments to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards for storm water, wastewater, and drinking water.
Opportunity to Underfill at the Water Quality Inspector level
Individuals that do not meet the minimum requirements below for the Senior Water Quality Inspector may qualify for the opportunity to Underfill at the Water Quality Inspector level. The Water Quality Inspector is an entry level position with emphasis placed on learning job duties. Water Quality Inspectors work under the general supervision of a Chief Water Quality Inspector and work is evaluated through on-site checks, meetings, reports, conferences, and overall results achieved. A Water Quality Inspector must demonstrate proficiency in assigned areas and meet the minimum requirements of the Senior level before being eligible for advancement.
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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Wastewater Treatment
Job ID 58678
Pay Range: $28.17 to $41.63 per hour.
Hiring Range: $28.17 to $35.96 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 30, 2025
The Wastewater Treatment division of the Water Services Department is currently seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic. Employees in the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic positions are responsible for leading and performing journey-level installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, centrifuges, gearboxes, valves, and valve actuators at water or wastewater treatment plants, reclamation plants, groundwater wells, pumping stations, lift stations, and reservoirs. Work assignments are varied, and employees must be skilled in several mechanical trades including fabrication and millwright. Employees work independently and as part of a team, sometimes leading the team.
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Treatment Plant Process Control Chemist I
Job ID 58652
Pay Range: $24.93 - $44.77 per hour.
Hiring Range: $24.93 - $33.41 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 28, 2025
The Water Services Department is seeking to fill a Chemist I position. The individual will conduct analytical tests, interpret results, write comprehensive analytical reports and documents, and maintain compliance with policies and procedures as required under state and federal regulations in order to maintain analytical quality, conduct routine analysis and special chemical and microbiological studies of raw and treated drinking water, wastewater, and solid wastes.
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Utility Helper - Wastewater Treatment
Job ID 58527
Pay Range: $20.51 - $30.31 per hour.
Hiring Range: $20.51 - $22.61 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 29, 2025
The Wastewater Treatment division of the Water Services Department is currently seeking to fill multiple Utility Helper positions. The Utility Helper assists with the repair of mechanical equipment such as motors, sludge removal machines, chemical feeders, blowers, coolers, air compressors, and equipment in a water or wastewater treatment plant. This position also operates broom trucks, front-end loaders, or similar equipment; cleans equipment and work areas for the safety of staff and maintenance of buildings; and completes paperwork/documentation.
This position is located at the 91st Ave Wastewater Treatment Plant (5615 S 91st Ave, Tolleson)
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Infrastructure Services Manager (Senior Information Technology Systems Specialist)
Job ID 58273
Pay Range: $93,121 to $131,040 annually.
Hiring Range: $93,121 to $118,872 annually.
Deadline to Apply: July 24, 2025
The City of Phoenix currently has a vacancy for an Infrastructure Services Manager (ISM) to lead the infrastructure team. In this role, you will report to the Assistant Chief Information Officer of the Technology Services Division (TSD) within the Water Services Department (WSD). The ISM is a senior-level technical leadership position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a high-performing infrastructure team supporting a large, complex enterprise environment. This includes managing server administration, storage, virtualization, patching, backups, directory services, endpoint management, automation, and the deployment of infrastructure technologies to support business operations.
This is a hands-on technical role requiring significant infrastructure experience. The successful candidate must have a strong track record of resolving complex infrastructure issues, serving as a senior escalation point, and contributing directly to troubleshooting and system maintenance. They will be expected to actively support their team by applying deep technical expertise while managing daily operations. The depth and relevance of this experience should be clearly demonstrated throughout the résumé and will be reviewed and validated during the recruitment process.
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Senior Engineering Technician
Job ID 58473
Pay Range: $22.08 - $41.63 per hour.
Hiring Range: $22.08 - $32.62 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 24, 2025
The Water Services Department is seeking to hire a Senior Engineering Technician. In this role, you will perform a variety of Civil and Technical engineering work duties which may include:
- Area calculation and construction blueprint/plan interpretation,
- Estimating costs and assessments,
- Reviewing plans and maps,
- Issuing permits, and processing cash transactions.
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Cloud and Integration Support Coordinator (Water Services Technical Support Coordinator)
Job ID 58469
Pay Range and Hiring Range: $66,185.60 - $144,476.80 annually.
Deadline to Apply: July 22, 2025
The Water Services Department is seeking a skilled and proactive Cloud and Integration Support Coordinator (Water Services Technical Support Coordinator) to lead the administration, integration, and support of cloud-based platforms critical to utility operations. This role is responsible for optimizing the performance, security, and user experience of cloud software systems that support asset management, customer service, and field service management. IT professionals in the Water Services Department work closely with professionals in other technological environments, and in other City departments, offering opportunities for continued professional growth. Technology training is also available to allow employees to enhance their technical skills.
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Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator
Job ID 58559
Pay Range: $30.31 to $47.01 per hour.
Hiring Range: $30.31 to $36.84 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 23, 2025
Senior Water Treatment Plant Operators (Senior Utility Operators SCBA) operate and maintain water treatment processes and equipment to control flow, process water and solids, and maintain effluent quality. The job involves water system operation and/or providing routine maintenance in support of the system needs. This position is responsible for handling complex operation and maintenance issues. Senior Water Treatment Plant Operators have the ability to lead teams and work independently with minimal instruction.
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Safety Analyst I
Job ID 58483
Pay Range: $28.86 - $47.01 per hour.
Hiring Range: $28.86 - $36.84 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 21, 2025
The Water Services Department (WSD) is currently seeking a Safety Analyst I. The Safety Analyst I (SA I) will join a roughly 20-member professional safety staff; coordinate environmental, health and safety efforts with peers and other WSD Divisions; and report to a Safety Analyst II. The SA I works independently and in groups on assigned work orders, programs, training and projects.
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Water Services Project Coordinator - Water Quality Sampling
Job ID 57984
Pay Range: $72,966.40 - $118,872.00 annually.
Hiring Range: $72,966.40 - $107,806.40 annually.
Deadline to Apply: July 18, 2025
The Water Services Department is seeking a Water Services Project Coordinator - Water Quality Sampling. The Project Coordinator develops, coordinates, and oversees all sampling-related projects, including those for new and existing regulations and process control sampling programs. This role serves as a liaison among the sampling teams, customers, Divisions, and Departments, ensuring effective communication and efficient operations.
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HVAC Technician II (Building Equipment Operator II)
Job ID 58196
Pay Range: $30.82 to $42.64 per hour.
Hiring Range: $30.82 to $40.61 per hour.
Deadline to Apply: July 17, 2025
The HVAC Technician II (Building Equip Op II) offers experienced HVAC/Mechanical Systems Technicians the opportunity to join our team in performing skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems/components and other mechanical equipment, and fire/life safety systems in one or more public buildings.
The HVAC Technician II also exercises supervision over Building Equipment Operators I, Building Maintenance Workers, and other maintenance employees according to general or specific instructions received from a Building Equipment Supervisor or Building Maintenance Foreman. Work is reviewed daily through reports, logs, and conferences with the supervisor. This position often works independently, requiring a high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work alone.
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How to Apply for a Job
with Phoenix Water Services
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Phoenix Water Services Department. Follow these simple steps to begin the application process.
Once you've identified a job opportunity,please take note of the Job Title and Job ID number. This is how you will locate the job posting in the City of Phoenix HR Connection Center (employment and application portal).
Click the "Apply Now" button. You will be redirected to HR Connection, where you can create an account if you don't already have one. Once logged in, enter the Job Title or Job ID number in the search field.
Review the full job description and pay special attention to the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and HOW TO APPLY sections. They explain the evaluation process and tell you exactly what qualifications and documentation are required.
Submit your application along with your resume and cover letter before the job post expires. Applicants should receive a notice within two weeks after the recruitment has closed to let you know if you made the eligible-for-hire list. This list is a compilation of all qualified applicants from which departments can select candidates to interview.
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