Water/Wastewater Operator 2
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NW Natural Water is hiring a Water/Wastewater Operator 2 in Yuma, AZ, a full-time, on-site role at Foothills Utilities that involves operating and maintaining water and wastewater facilities, performing testing, compiling records, analyzing data, and supporting on-call coverage while pursuing ADEQ certifications. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid AZ driver’s license, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and the drive to obtain an ADEQ Class II certification in Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections, or Wastewater Treatment with required CEUs. CDL with tanker/air brake is preferred or obtainable within 12 months. Compensation ranges from $24.88 to $35.95 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits; apply online with a cover letter and resume by 7/1/26 at careers.nwnatural.com/nwnaturalwater. E-Verify and equal opportunity employer. Tips: tailor your resume to ADEQ tracks, highlight safety training and confined space experience, and demonstrate on-call readiness.
Water/Wastewater Operator 2
Non-Union Position
WTR-Operations Staff-Foothills 2; Yuma, Arizona (US-AZ)
Regular FT, Non-Exempt
Posting # 5527
About Us:
NW Natural Water owns and operates water and wastewater utilities in communities throughout Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Since 2018, we have acquired more than 30 utilities and today serve more than 190,000 people via 76,000 connections.
Our parent company, NW Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), is headquartered in Portland, Oregon and has been doing business for over 165 years. The company operates through NW Natural Gas Company (NW Natural), SiEnergy Operating (SiEnergy), NW Natural Water Company (NW Natural Water), NW Natural Renewables Holdings (NW Natural Renewables), and other business interests, serving a combined population of over 2.6 million people.
NW Natural Holdings' Texas operations are some of the fastest growing utilities in the nation, where our focus is on supporting developers by providing essential services to new communities. Our highly driven out-of-the-box thinkers are motivated to meet developer/builder timelines and requirements and pride themselves on partnerships with the developers, builders, and communities we serve.
The Role:
Works under general supervision performing a variety of skilled tasks pertaining to the installation, operation, and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, while continuing to develop the education and skills needed to achieve Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) certifications.
Day to Day:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Compile records and reports in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations
- Analyze data and perform mathematical calculations following laboratory procedures to make operational adjustments
- Communicate effectively with management and other operators at a technical level appropriate for the role
- Follow all safety policies and participate in specialized training for hazardous materials handling and confined space entry
- Perform daily operation and testing of wastewater treatment facilities
- Assist with utility construction activities, including excavation, pipe installation, and system testing
- Operate equipment used in water/wastewater operations, including but not limited to backhoes, dump trucks, loaders, sewer flushing equipment, and excavators
- Support planning and design efforts for water and wastewater projects
- Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations governing water/wastewater operations
- Perform maintenance and repair of water and wastewater systems, facilities, and grounds
- Comply with Company policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Comply with Company grooming and uniform standards
Come on your first day with:
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
- High school diploma or equivalent
License and Certification Requirements:
- Valid Arizona driver’s license; CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
- Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds
- Ability to use respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus
- Ability to access confined spaces such as trenches, manholes, lift stations, reservoirs, and towers
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Must possess or be able to obtain an ADEQ Class II certification in one of the following areas:
- Water Distribution
- Wastewater Collections
- Wastewater Treatment
- Maintain required continuing education units (CEUs) to support ADEQ certification requirements
- Ability to work weekends, variable shifts, and participate in on-call rotation as needed
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed on location at Foothills Utilities water or wastewater facilities and infrastructure
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position requires participation in a rotating on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be available to respond to emergency and time-sensitive situations outside of regular working hours, often with short notice.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness –
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Start at 20 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 13 paid holidays
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
Financial -
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Hourly Range: $24.88-$35.95 (Level 2) per hour, depending on qualifications
Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
https://www.careers.nwnatural.com/nwnaturalwater
Deadline: 7/1/26
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural Water participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
E-Verify Information
NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural Water’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
NW Natural Water does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural Water valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural Water HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural Water. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural Water as a result of the referral or through other means.