District Engineer Position
Utility Technician I Position
Utility Technician I
METRO WATER DISTRICT is seeking candidates to fill a Utility Technician I position. The ideal candidate must exercise independent judgment, professionalism, initiative, and be highly
motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team.
Job Summary:
Under general direction of the Utility Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for operation and maintenance of manual and automated metering equipment, meter reading and meter installation. May assist with maintenance of water production site equipment and water distribution components.
Essential Job Functions:
- Primary responsibilities include operating, monitoring and maintaining automated and manual metering equipment, and meter reading for proper regulation of water usage and customer billing. Able to complete the assigned routes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Participates in meter related programs including Automated Meter Reading (AMR), and meter repair and replacement.
- Inspects, repairs, replaces, and installs meters and metering system components for proper operation.
- Cleans out, raise/lowers, and replaces meters and different size meter boxes.
- Researches, resolves, and responds to customer inquiries.
- Performs meter testing and repairs.
- Performs flushing operations to maintain water quality in the distribution system.
- Cleans and maintains areas to provide access to District assets.
- Performs minor plumbing repairs.
- Assists with repairs, maintenance, and installation of meters, water mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, and other distribution assets.
- Assists in the repair, maintenance, testing and operation of production metering systems.
- Assists in the maintenance, repairs, and installation of the District’s Fixed Network metering system.
- Assist in repairs, maintenance, and installation of production assets.
Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and one (1) year of experience in public water utility;
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The salary range for this position is $45,993 – $66,690 the District offers full competitive benefits and membership in the Arizona State Retirement System. To be considered, submit a letter of interest, and resume via email to bmorelli@metrowater.com; deadline for applying will be November 9, 2026. For more information, please contact Billie Sue Morelli, Human Resources
Manager at 520-209-2848.
District Engineer
About the District:
Metropolitan Domestic Water Improvement District is seeking a District Engineer. Established in 1992, Metro Water District is a public utility that has grown to include three main service areas providing potable water to approximately 50,000 customers within Pima County, near Tucson, Arizona.
Position and Organizational Profile:
Since its establishment, the District has maintained an active capital improvement program, replacing many aged and undersized distribution lines, adding many miles of transmission mains, new wells, storage facilities, treatment facilities, and upgrading existing well sites. At this time, the potable system relies on ground water for its source of supply. The District also has an allocation of Colorado River water and has a successful recharge program to store this water for future use. Construction of a recovery and delivery system is nearing completion and will enable the District to directly utilize this renewable water resource.
Capital improvements planned over the next five years include a new treatment facility, reservoir, transmission mains, a new utility building, and five new wells.
The ideal candidate will oversee the design and construction of projects for the District; lead the development and implementation of capital projects including the Capital Improvement Program; coordinate assigned activities with other District Teams and outside agencies.
Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate will possess a commitment to teamwork, outstanding strategic vision and leadership, superior management and leadership skills, highly developed communication and listening skills, and a proven record of successfully managing an engineering – operation.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering, land surveying, construction management and contract administration.
- Experience with development and administration of operating and capital budgets.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management.
- Ability to oversee and manage the preparation of engineering plans and specifications.
- Ability to present and speak in front of public groups and the media.
Requirements:
Qualified candidates will possess a valid Arizona Professional Engineer Registration (civil), a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and eight years of increasingly responsible relevant professional civil engineering experience including five years at the supervisory level.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $117,200 – $172,047, starting salary is negotiable based on the background and qualifications of the successful candidate. The District offers full competitive benefits and membership in the Arizona State Retirement System.
Application and Selection Process:
To be considered, submit a letter of interest and resume via email to bmorelli@metrowater.com; Actively seeking candidates. For more information, please contact Billie Sue Morelli, Human Resources Manager at 520-209-2848.