Wastewater Utility Worker Senior - Effluent Recharge

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Senior Utility Worker - Wastewater Effluent Recharge.

The Senior Utility Worker in Wastewater Effluent Recharge reports to the Wastewater Utility Supervisor.  The primary job duties of this position include:

• Participate in the training of new employees and oversee daily activities and work of utility workers.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on the wastewater system.
• Operate a variety of equipment, machinery, and tools, including a utility truck, heavy machinery such as a dump truck, backhoe, track hoe, CCTV equipment, and combination sewer cleaners.
• Monitors water volumes that are delivered to basins and customer sites.
• Troubleshoots system problems and makes recommendations for corrective actions.
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The first review of applications will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, and will continue every Wednesday while the posting remains open.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem solvers who love what they do.  In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater, and pesticides.
• 3-5 years of experience in operating heavy equipment, pipe fitting, and plumbing principles and practices.
• You must be available to work four 10-hour shifts within our operating schedule of Monday through Friday, 4:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
• This position may require after-hours work as needed.

Licensing/Certifications:

• Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement at the time of hire.
• ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution Certification at the time of hire or promotion, and Grade II Water Distribution Certification at the time of hire or promotion.  (The certification required will be dependent on the area of assignment.)
• A Pesticide Applicator's License from the Arizona Office of Pest Management may be required within one year of hire, depending on the area of assignment.

This is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation. 

This position requires a DOT physical and drug screen.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline: 

• Posting Closes: December 16, 2025 (May close sooner if enough applications are received).
• Candidate Review: The First Review of applications is on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, and then every Wednesday while the posting remains open.
• In-Person Interviews: Determined after each application review. 
• Anticipated Start Date: January 19, 2026, February 2, 2026, or February 16, 2026. (Determined after candidate selection).

                                                                        
                                                                       
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in their employment, services, programs, and activities. If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application and interview process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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