Utilities Services Technician

Qualifications

UTILITIES SERVICES TECHNICIAN / SENIOR UTILITIES SERVICES TECHNICIAN / PRINCIPAL UTILITIES SERVICES TECHNICIAN

First review of applications will occur on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Pay Grade:

Utilities Services Technician: 104

Senior Utilities Services Technician: 106

Principal Utilities Services Technician: 108

Hourly Salary Range:

Utilities Services Technician $21.00 - $30.96

Senior Utilities Services Technician $23.17 - $34.18

Principal Utilities Services Technician $25.52 - $37.64

The successful candidate's placement in the salary range will depend upon previous experience in a similar role. The placement shall not exceed the midpoint of the salary range, which is $26.00 per hour for the Technician, $28.65 per hour for the Senior Technician and $31.58 per hour for the Principal Technician.

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:

* 13 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Day

* Vacation Accrual starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.

* 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; $61.16/month

* Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/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, 401K, and Employer contribution

* Position is eligible for up to 24 hours of floating holiday leave

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:

Public Works / Water Utilities

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

This position is classified as safety sensitive. Employees in safety sensitive positions are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational.

Schedule:

Monday
-Friday 5:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Job Number:

RC# 902348

DESCRIPTION

Utilities Services Technician:
Assists with repairs, maintenance and installation of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater conveyance systems and associated infrastructure.

Senior Utilities Services Technician:
Repairs, maintains and installs drinking water, wastewater and stormwater conveyance systems and associated infrastructure.

Principal Utilities Services Technician:
Repairs, maintains and installs drinking water, wastewater and stormwater conveyance systems and associated infrastructure. Performs activities with limited supervisory oversight.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

* Assists with maintenance, repair and installation of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater conveyance systems and associated infrastructure, including fire hydrants, manholes, valves, pipes, taps and meters.

* Assists with response to customer concerns.

* Responds to water, wastewater and stormwater emergencies under the direct supervision of qualified technician or supervisor.

* Performs routine cleaning and repair of associated infrastructure to ensure minimal interruptions to service.

* Documents activities in asset management and work order systems.

* Assists with interpretation of maps, blueprints and drawings associated with water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.

* May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Utilities Services Technician

1 year of experience in general construction, plumbing, HVAC systems or related field.

Senior Utilities Services Technician

1 year of experience in installing, maintaining and operating water and wastewater infrastructure.

Principal Utilities Services Technician

2 years of experience in installing, maintaining and operating water and wastewater infrastructure.

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:

All levels

High school diploma or GED.

Professional Licensure and/or

Certifications:

Utilities Services Technician

* Valid driver's license

* Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade 1 Water Distribution Certification obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Senior Utilities Services Technician

* Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement

* ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution Certification

* ADEQ Grade 1 Wastewater Collections Certification

Principal Utilities Services…