Job Description**WATER PLANT OPERATOR LEAD**Lake Havasu City, AZClosing Date: Open until FilledOTF26-308Salary: $31.91-$46.27/Hourly DOQTrainee: $28.71/HourlyGrade: CP11FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: PW/Water TreatmentINITIAL APPLICATION REVIEW WILL TAKE PLACE TWO WEEKS AFTER OPEN. INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REVIEW WILL ONLY BE CONDUCTED IF NECESSARY.Lake Havasu City is seeking a highly motivated and experienced
Water Plant Operator Lead to join our Water Division team. In this essential leadership role, you'll oversee daily operations at our water treatment facility, guide and support plant operators, and ensure we continue delivering high-quality, safe drinking water to our growing community.
This is an excellent opportunity for a certified operator ready to take the next step into leadership, training, and complex system troubleshooting.
What you will do:- Lead and train operations staff in daily plant functions
- Operate and monitor treatment processes, equipment, and SCADA systems
- Perform lab testing and analyze water quality data
- Ensure compliance with ADEQ and EPA regulations
- Oversee preventative maintenance and coordinate repairs
- Maintain accurate records, logs, and compliance documentation
- Respond to emergency situations and participate in on-call rotation
TO VIEW DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION, Click HereIDEAL CANDIDATE:We're looking for someone who is:
- A strong team player with excellent time management and communication skills.
- Experienced in a lead position at a potable water treatment plant.
- A natural leader who inspires others and builds strong community relationships
- Exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for water quality.
REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma
- 3-5 years' experience in utility plant operations and maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possession of Grade III Water Treatment and Grade IV Water Treatment Certification issued by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) at hire.
- Possession of a valid Commercial Driver License Class B with a Tanker Endorsement is preferred.
The selected candidate who does not possess the required certification will be considered a trainee at the time of hire.Position may also require one (1) or more of the following certifications depending on assignment:Confined Space Certification.
Lock-out/tag-out
Forklift Certification.
Hazardous Materials Certification
Lake Havasu City offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) Employees:
• Employer-provided Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP)
• Dental/Vision
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance
• Optional Additional Life Insurance
• Optional Insurance-Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Indemnity
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
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