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Water Services Careers
Current Job Openings with Water Services
Utility Technician Trainee - Wastewater Collection Division
Job ID 61886
Pay Range: $19.07 - $28.17 per hour
Hiring Range: $19.07 - $23.18 per hour
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026
Utility Technician Trainees in the Water Department learn the skills required to perform water service repairs/activities in the water distribution system or wastewater service repairs/activities in the wastewater collection system by participating in City education and training programs as well as in on-the-job training. Trainees receive guidance and direction from a Senior Utility Technician and assigned duties increase in scope and difficulty as the 12-month structured program progresses. Please click on link below to view the job duties of this position.
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Water Production Operations & Maintenance Technician Trainee
Job ID 61835
Pay Range: $21.54 to $30.31 per hour.
Hiring Range: $21.54 to $28.86 per hour.
Deadline to apply: May 28, 2026
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is looking for driven, hands-on individuals to join our team as Water Production Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician Trainees. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the essential work that keeps our city's water flowing - operating and maintaining pumps and mechanical systems at treatment plants, pumping stations, and remote facilities across Phoenix. Our team plays a key role in treatment plant and system operations, regulatory compliance, and protecting our environment.
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Wastewater Treatment Instrumentation & Controls Specialist
Job ID 61885
Pay and Hiring Range: $35.08 to $47.01 per hour.
Deadline to apply: June 9, 2026
The Wastewater Treatment Division of the Water Services Department is currently seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Specialist. This position performs skilled technical work involving the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of electronic instruments and automatic process control equipment used throughout the City's water and wastewater treatment systems.
In this role, you will also evaluate the condition, performance, and reliability of critical electronic systems such as alarm and life-safety networks, building automation systems, and atmospheric and gas monitoring and alert systems. Responsibilities include conducting preventative maintenance, checking test instruments for accuracy, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
You will additionally provide instruction and on-the-job training related to instrumentation and equipment maintenance for peers, Operations and Maintenance staff, and I&C apprentice employees.
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Water Resource Specialist
Job ID 61877
Pay Range: $63,044.80 - $118,872.00 annually.
Hiring Range: $63,044.80 - $80,454.40 annually.
Deadline to apply: June 9, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking a Water Resource Specialist to join our Water Resources team.
Responsibilities include:
- Participating in the development, design and evaluation of water policies, agreements, and programs to achieve water resources goals;
- Reviewing City policies, procedures, and regulations affecting water use and recommending new or revised policies, procedures, and regulations to support water resource goals;
- Interacting with professional and civic organizations and making public presentations to groups of citizens or other professionals;
- Coordinating communication of water policy measures that would affect other City programs, policies, or ordinances.
Work is performed under general direction and requires independent judgment. This position reports to the Principal Planner or the Water Resource Administrator.
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Utility Supervisor
Job ID 61866
Pay Range: $35.08 - $51.83 per hour.
Hiring Range: $35.08 - $47.01 per hour.
Deadline to apply: June 3, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking an energetic and highly capable Utility Supervisor to assist in planning, directing, and supervising the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and clerical staff engaged in the repair, operation, and maintenance of a complex wastewater collection system, its infrastructure, and related appurtenances. All activities must be carried out in compliance with Federal, State, and City regulations.
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Water Services Superintendent - Water Distribution
Job ID 61873
Pay Range: $102,668.80 - $137,592 annually.
Hiring Range: $102,668.80 - $131,040 annually.
Deadline to apply: June 3, 2026
Water Services Superintendent makes operational decisions daily as well as in the absence of the division head, and has the responsibility of managing a 24-hour, 7 day a week operation. Direct and indirect supervision is exercised over administrative and technical staff including Utility Supervisors. This position reports to the Deputy Water Services Director in charge of the Water Distribution Division. Work is guided by policies, best management practices, and assignments are received from the division head. The WSS should be capable of exercising considerable independent judgment in accomplishing the work of the division. Success is measured through organizational performance, reports, conferences, program results, and economy of operations.
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Senior Microbiology Supervisor - Chemist III*Specialty
Job ID 60973
Pay Range: $84,468.90 - $124,800.00 annually.
Hiring Range: $84,468.90 - $118,872.00 annually.
Deadline to apply: June 13, 2026
The Water Services Department is seeking a Senior Microbiology Supervisor with advanced expertise in environmental pathogen detection, method development, and quality assurance under EPA-approved protocols. This role directly supports the implementation of AWP in Phoenix by establishing laboratory capability for high complexity pathogen monitoring. The Senior Microbiology Supervisor will shape analytical readiness; ensuring that pathogen detection methods meet Arizona's AWP rules for the first in state AWTP producing Advanced Purified Water (APW).
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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Water Production
Job ID 61469
Pay Range: $31.06 to $48.19 per hour.
Hiring Range: $31.06 to $39.64 per hour.
Deadline to apply: May 29, 2026
The Water Production Division is currently seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (IMM). These positions perform and lead journey-level installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment - including pumps, blowers, centrifuges, gearboxes, valves, and valve actuators used throughout water and wastewater treatment facilities, reclamation plants, groundwater wells, pumping stations, lift stations, and reservoirs.
Assignments are diverse, requiring expertise across multiple mechanical trades, including fabrication and millwright work. IMMs work both independently and as part of a team, with opportunities to serve as lead on assigned projects.
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Utility Premise Specialist
Job ID 61786
Pay Range: $20.51 to $31.82 per hour.
Hiring Range: $20.51 to $24.93 per hour.
Deadline to apply: May 28, 2026
As a Utility Premise Specialist (Utilities Service Specialist*Water), you will be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and ensuring the accuracy of customer and property-related utility information. In this role, you will assist customers with starting and stopping water service, explaining municipal utility charges, setting up payment arrangements, completing bill adjustments, and issuing fieldwork orders when needed.
A key function of this position includes performing detailed reviews of utility rates and property records to ensure accounts are billed accurately and align with established municipal policies.
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by helping customers access essential services while contributing to the accuracy, reliability, and overall effectiveness of a major public utility's operations.
Location: 305 W. Washington St., Phoenix
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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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