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ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Maintenance Specialist - Wastewater Treatment
Public Works
Hiring Range:
$25.56 to $28.56 per hour
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Grade:
109
Full Pay Range:
$25.56 to $38.33
Deadline to Apply:
8/19/2025
Benefits Summary:
Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:
A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment
10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term , and life insurance
Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans
Pension and long-term through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance
Position Summary:
The City of Prescott Department of Public Works is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and collaborative professional for the position of Maintenance Specialist with experience in the wastewater industry. Under direct supervision of the Wastewater Operations Supervisor, the Maintenance Specialist will be responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and property structures, in addition to performing grounds maintenance. Prior experience in a maintenance role at a wastewater facility and/or a mechanical and electrical background is required
Essential Duties:
Perform maintenance in wastewater facilities including, but not limited to; buildings, vaults, structures, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, HVAC, SCADA, generators, pumps, valves, and meters
Perform electrical work on 480v, 220v, 110v and 4-20ma equipment; install conduit and wire; calibrate and install instrumentation and telemetry systems; diagnose electrical failures and determine necessary repairs or replacement
Other tasks include plumbing, cutting, threading, and welding pipe; installing and replacing pumps, compressors, motors, and related equipment; lubricating and installing bearings, seals, gaskets, packing, springs, and gears; installing, maintaining and repairing plant equipment including, but not limited to; bar screens, compactors, grit systems, mixers, pumps, valves, compressors, pipes, blowers, odor control devices, centrifuges, sodium hypochlorite generators, chemical metering pumps, sludge hoppers, conveyor systems, clarifier drive units, filtration equipment, gear boxes, and tanks
Job hazards present may include adverse weather conditions, exposure to raw sewage, chemicals, rotating equipment, hydrogen sulfide, noise, high-medium-low voltage, oxygen deficiency and hazardous environments. Compliance with OSHA and City safety rules and regulations is essential
This position may be subject to emergency calls, overtime and stand-by duty as required
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; progressive experience in the maintenance of wastewater facilities or related field with two years performing full-time maintenance work. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, building & grounds maintenance, and computer programs. Must possess a valid Arizona Class D Driver's License and an ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or must be obtained within twelve months of being placed into the position.
Employee Core Beliefs
City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are:
Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Knowledge of computer programs and programming including, but not limited to MS Office, maintenance management systems, control logic, SCADA systems, PLCs, and HMIs
Knowledge of Preventative maintenance programs, personal protective equipment, confined space, arc flash, chlorine, blood borne pathogens, lock out/tag out, hazard communication and other safety programs and procedures
Skill in Communicating, verbal and written; remaining organized
Skill in maintaining accurate maintenance records
Skill in troubleshooting and making independent, sound, and timely decisions
Skill in operating & maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment
Ability to work with power and hand tools, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry
Possess ability to learn and develop new skills, prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures, maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities
Ability to work as a team member
Ability to perform technical and complex maintenance tasks
Ability to understand and interpret plans and schematics; read, understand and follow manufacturer's operation & maintenance recommendations
Physical and Visual Ability
:
Sufficient to effectively perform required duties and to safely operate required equipment and city vehicles as needed; must be able to see clearly, with correction if necessary, during both day and night, and in potentially adverse weather conditions; must possess ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and capable of lifting 60 pounds frequently with a maximum of 100 pounds.
Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
Drug screening
Motor vehicle records check
Criminal background screening
City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email: hr@prescott-az.gov
Website: www.prescott-az.gov
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213
In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Maintenance Specialist - Wastewater Treatment
Public Works
Hiring Range:
$25.56 to $28.56 per hour
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Grade:
109
Full Pay Range:
$25.56 to $38.33
Deadline to Apply:
8/19/2025
Benefits Summary:
Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:
A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment
10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term , and life insurance
Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans
Pension and long-term through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance
Position Summary:
The City of Prescott Department of Public Works is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and collaborative professional for the position of Maintenance Specialist with experience in the wastewater industry. Under direct supervision of the Wastewater Operations Supervisor, the Maintenance Specialist will be responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and property structures, in addition to performing grounds maintenance. Prior experience in a maintenance role at a wastewater facility and/or a mechanical and electrical background is required
Essential Duties:
Perform maintenance in wastewater facilities including, but not limited to; buildings, vaults, structures, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, HVAC, SCADA, generators, pumps, valves, and meters
Perform electrical work on 480v, 220v, 110v and 4-20ma equipment; install conduit and wire; calibrate and install instrumentation and telemetry systems; diagnose electrical failures and determine necessary repairs or replacement
Other tasks include plumbing, cutting, threading, and welding pipe; installing and replacing pumps, compressors, motors, and related equipment; lubricating and installing bearings, seals, gaskets, packing, springs, and gears; installing, maintaining and repairing plant equipment including, but not limited to; bar screens, compactors, grit systems, mixers, pumps, valves, compressors, pipes, blowers, odor control devices, centrifuges, sodium hypochlorite generators, chemical metering pumps, sludge hoppers, conveyor systems, clarifier drive units, filtration equipment, gear boxes, and tanks
Job hazards present may include adverse weather conditions, exposure to raw sewage, chemicals, rotating equipment, hydrogen sulfide, noise, high-medium-low voltage, oxygen deficiency and hazardous environments. Compliance with OSHA and City safety rules and regulations is essential
This position may be subject to emergency calls, overtime and stand-by duty as required
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; progressive experience in the maintenance of wastewater facilities or related field with two years performing full-time maintenance work. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, building & grounds maintenance, and computer programs. Must possess a valid Arizona Class D Driver's License and an ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or must be obtained within twelve months of being placed into the position.
Employee Core Beliefs
City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are:
Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Knowledge of computer programs and programming including, but not limited to MS Office, maintenance management systems, control logic, SCADA systems, PLCs, and HMIs
Knowledge of Preventative maintenance programs, personal protective equipment, confined space, arc flash, chlorine, blood borne pathogens, lock out/tag out, hazard communication and other safety programs and procedures
Skill in Communicating, verbal and written; remaining organized
Skill in maintaining accurate maintenance records
Skill in troubleshooting and making independent, sound, and timely decisions
Skill in operating & maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment
Ability to work with power and hand tools, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry
Possess ability to learn and develop new skills, prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures, maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities
Ability to work as a team member
Ability to perform technical and complex maintenance tasks
Ability to understand and interpret plans and schematics; read, understand and follow manufacturer's operation & maintenance recommendations
Physical and Visual Ability
:
Sufficient to effectively perform required duties and to safely operate required equipment and city vehicles as needed; must be able to see clearly, with correction if necessary, during both day and night, and in potentially adverse weather conditions; must possess ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and capable of lifting 60 pounds frequently with a maximum of 100 pounds.
Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
Drug screening
Motor vehicle records check
Criminal background screening
City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email: hr@prescott-az.gov
Website: www.prescott-az.gov
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213
In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro