Wastewater Operator

M&O Utilities Worker (Operator I)

Working Title(s):
Operator I

We are small, but in the middle of it all. The City of Tolleson is the best place to start or advance your career. Incorporated in 1929, we are committed to providing employees with opportunities for learning and growth. Are you interested in joining our team? If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, the City of Tolleson is looking for people like you.

The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Wastewater Operator I. The primary function of an employee in this class is to learn to perform technical operations, maintenance, and repair of Wastewater Treatment Plants and associated equipment. Incumbents work with certified operators under close supervision. The duties listed below illustrate the types of work that may be performed:

• Conducting field inspections
• Collecting and testing wastewater samples
• Performing routine maintenance
• Conducting routine lab testing
• Operating heavy equipment
• Performing minor repairs
• Completing logs and work orders
• Reading/recording totalizers
• Recording data
• Managing biosolids
• Reclaim water systems
• Gas chlorination equipment
• Auto sampler operation
• Ensuring all equipment operates within specified parameters

A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent. A valid Arizona driver's license required. ADEQ Operator certifications preferred, and a Grade 1 certification, or ability to obtain a Grade 1 certification within one (1) year from date of hire.

• This is an entry level operator position and shift selection is based on seniority. This vacancy will be assigned to swing and/or night shifts until day shifts are available.
  
  May require working weekends, evenings, nights, Holidays, overtime and emergency call‑outs
• Incumbent will be required to be SCBA certified.

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium:
Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, blood and other bodily fluids, and extreme temperatures.

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Hiring Salary: $23.23 Hourly

Applications will be reviewed on March 4, 2026

Full Salary Range: $23.23 - $32.52 Hourly

It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.

Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Employee Resources at .

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