What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Treatment Plant Process Control Specialist position at Town of Gilbert?
Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Water Treatment Plant Process Control Specialist. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.
The Water Treatment Plant Process Control Specialist reports to the Water Distribution Superintendent. The primary functions of this position include:
- Evaluating treatment plant performance by reviewing system inspections, operational data, historical records, and graphic trends to drive process control decisions
- Investigating and diagnosing abnormalities in groundwater wells, reservoirs, booster stations, and treatment processes — recommending corrective actions to maintain regulatory compliance
- Developing and implementing process control procedures that improve the efficiency and reliability of water treatment plant operations
- Assessing chemical usage to determine the appropriate chemicals, dosage levels, and application points for safe and effective water treatment
- Writing comprehensive reports on process control operations for management and regulatory agencies, and maintaining accurate logs and records of work performed
- For a full list of duties, please review the job description.
Tentative Recruitment Timeline:
- Posting Closes: June 21, 2026
- Tentative In-Person Interviews: Week of June 39 or July 6, 2026
- Tentative Start Date: July 27, 2026
This position is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employment with the Town of Gilbert is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Town at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.
You're a water treatment professional who brings deep technical knowledge to the table — someone who can read a system, diagnose what's happening below the surface, and make sound process control decisions with confidence. You thrive in a field environment where no two days are exactly the same, and you take pride in knowing that your work directly protects public health and the safety of Gilbert's drinking water supply. You're equally comfortable writing a detailed regulatory report and climbing a ladder to inspect equipment, and you bring a collaborative approach to working across teams, regulatory agencies, and the public.
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:
- A bachelor's degree in environmental science or a closely related field; other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be considered
- Five years of experience in water treatment with extensive knowledge of biological and/or chemical properties
- Possession of a Grade 3 or higher Operator's Certification in Water Treatment and Water Distribution from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality at time of hire
This position requires a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.
This position has been designated as a Medium work position that spends a majority of their workday in a field/outdoor/treatment plant environment with exposure to hazardous materials. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.
The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing 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 for employment 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.
Salary : $70,656 - $105,984