Arizona State Government
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
REHABILIATION & REENTRY
Our Mission
Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.
WASTEWATER FACILITIES OPERATOR II Job Location Arizona State Prison Complex - Willcox, 7125 E Cesar Chavez Blvd, San Luis, AZ 85349, https://corrections.az.gov/
Posting Details Salary: $58,800.00 | Grade: 19 | Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a Water-Wastewater Facility Operator II to oversee operations at the Arizona State Prison Complex – Yuma. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining water treatment, distribution, and wastewater collection systems, ensuring the delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient utility services. Key duties include water sampling and analysis, equipment maintenance and repair, scheduling preventive maintenance, and supervising subordinate operators and inmate work crews. Join a mission-driven team that supports critical infrastructure while enjoying the stability, benefits, and purpose that come with a State of Arizona career.
Job Duties
Analyze treated water samples and monitor contaminated levels
Monitor and test alarm systems
Maintenance and repair of potable water systems, tanks, motors, compressors, and other related equipment
Maintains logs and documents test results and distributes to the proper individuals/entities
Conducts/schedules preventative maintenance
Maintain the emergency power supply to ensure water and sewage processing during power failures as required
Rebuilds motors, pumps, and pipelines
Clear debris and flush sand traps
Maintain access roads within water/wastewater systems
Assist in overseeing the management, collections, treatment, and distribution of water resources
Gather information including reservoir levels, water released and diverted, snow depth information, and system activities
Maintains required documentation related to hazardous materials
Develops reports, prepares cost estimates and projections related to water/wastewater collections, treatments, and distributions
Inspects, maintains, and repairs tools and equipment to ensure proper working order and accountability
Provides supervision to subordinate operators and inmate work crews
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Principles and techniques of operating and maintaining a reservoir water system, including reservoir management and intake structures
Plant operations, safety, and laboratory procedures
Principles and practices of surveying water sources and surface storage
Operation of water distribution systems, maintenance, disinfections, and safety
Computer logging and graphing methods related to water treatment and distribution
Federal and state rules and regulations regarding water quality treatment and reporting requirements
Practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in sewage plant operation and maintenance
Physical, biological, and chemical aspects of wastewater treatment
Skill in:
Written and verbal communication
Reading and comprehension of administrative policy, regulatory laws, and procedures
Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematic drawings
Using a computer to enter/retrieve data
Estimating costs and ordering materials
Organization and time management
Collecting field data to prepare maintenance logs and reports
Ability to:
Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
Push/Pull up to 50lbs
Walk/Run up to 0.25
Work in a prison environment
Read and comprehend water flow meters and gauges
Provide first-line supervision to subordinate staff and inmate work crews
Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
Learn and adhere to department policies and procedures
Perform heavy physical labor
Selective Preference(s)
Certification equal to or higher than the facility grading (Arizona System is Grade 1 through 4 in all four disciplines: Water Treatment, Distribution, Waste Water Collections, and Waste Water Treatment)
Pre-Employment Requirements
Possess an Arizona Class 2 Certificate as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, and a medical/physical examination.
Employees who drive on state business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance.
All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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WASTEWATER FACILITIES OPERATOR II Job Location Arizona State Prison Complex - Willcox, 7125 E Cesar Chavez Blvd, San Luis, AZ 85349, https://corrections.az.gov/
Posting Details Salary: $58,800.00 | Grade: 19 | Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a Water-Wastewater Facility Operator II to oversee operations at the Arizona State Prison Complex – Yuma. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining water treatment, distribution, and wastewater collection systems, ensuring the delivery of safe, compliant, and efficient utility services. Key duties include water sampling and analysis, equipment maintenance and repair, scheduling preventive maintenance, and supervising subordinate operators and inmate work crews. Join a mission-driven team that supports critical infrastructure while enjoying the stability, benefits, and purpose that come with a State of Arizona career.
Job Duties
Analyze treated water samples and monitor contaminated levels
Monitor and test alarm systems
Maintenance and repair of potable water systems, tanks, motors, compressors, and other related equipment
Maintains logs and documents test results and distributes to the proper individuals/entities
Conducts/schedules preventative maintenance
Maintain the emergency power supply to ensure water and sewage processing during power failures as required
Rebuilds motors, pumps, and pipelines
Clear debris and flush sand traps
Maintain access roads within water/wastewater systems
Assist in overseeing the management, collections, treatment, and distribution of water resources
Gather information including reservoir levels, water released and diverted, snow depth information, and system activities
Maintains required documentation related to hazardous materials
Develops reports, prepares cost estimates and projections related to water/wastewater collections, treatments, and distributions
Inspects, maintains, and repairs tools and equipment to ensure proper working order and accountability
Provides supervision to subordinate operators and inmate work crews
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Principles and techniques of operating and maintaining a reservoir water system, including reservoir management and intake structures
Plant operations, safety, and laboratory procedures
Principles and practices of surveying water sources and surface storage
Operation of water distribution systems, maintenance, disinfections, and safety
Computer logging and graphing methods related to water treatment and distribution
Federal and state rules and regulations regarding water quality treatment and reporting requirements
Practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in sewage plant operation and maintenance
Physical, biological, and chemical aspects of wastewater treatment
Skill in:
Written and verbal communication
Reading and comprehension of administrative policy, regulatory laws, and procedures
Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematic drawings
Using a computer to enter/retrieve data
Estimating costs and ordering materials
Organization and time management
Collecting field data to prepare maintenance logs and reports
Ability to:
Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
Push/Pull up to 50lbs
Walk/Run up to 0.25
Work in a prison environment
Read and comprehend water flow meters and gauges
Provide first-line supervision to subordinate staff and inmate work crews
Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
Learn and adhere to department policies and procedures
Perform heavy physical labor
Selective Preference(s)
Certification equal to or higher than the facility grading (Arizona System is Grade 1 through 4 in all four disciplines: Water Treatment, Distribution, Waste Water Collections, and Waste Water Treatment)
Pre-Employment Requirements
Possess an Arizona Class 2 Certificate as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, and a medical/physical examination.
Employees who drive on state business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance.
All employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP). Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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