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Instrumentation and Wells Specialist Lead

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Instrumentation and Wells Specialist Lead

Salary

$32.13 - $48.20 Hourly

Location

2865 E. Guadalupe Road, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26-0072

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

10/06/2025

Closing Date

10/19/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity to fill the position of Instrumentation and Wells Specialist Lead. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

As an Instrumentation and Wells Specialist Lead, you'll play a vital role in supporting our Wells Department and Instrumentation & Control team. In this hands-on technical position, you'll be responsible for generating detailed reports, assisting in reviewing construction submittals, and conducting onsite inspection s of Wells Department construction projects. Your expertise in electrical troubleshooting and industrial controls will help maintain the integrity and efficiency of our water infrastructure.

This role reports to the Wells Utility Supervisor and is perfect for someone who excels at exceeding customer needs by building relationships, contributes to team goals to produce quality results, and is committed to safety.

What You'll Do:

+ Create regular reports based on department activity and chemical usage

+ Inspect completed field work to ensure completion and accuracy

+ Review construction submittals to ensure that local, state, and federal standards are met

+ Create wiring diagrams for controlling various well and booster pump functions

+ Develop and modify PLC computer programs for proper operation function of well sites

+ Read the full job description here. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/1150809)

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

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:

+ Posting closes on 10/19/2025

+ Applications will be reviewed on 10/20/2025

+ Tentative In-person Interviews 11/11/2025

+ Tentative Start Date 12/8/2025

About You

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

+ Associate's Degree (A.S., A.A.) or two-year technical certificate in electricity/electronics ENG, industrial controls theory and application and 4 years of experience in basic to advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair

+ 6 years of experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting, and VFD installation, trouble shooting and repair

+ Grade I Water Distribution and Grade I Water Treatment ADEQ Certifications required at the time of hire or promotion

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

+ 6 Years of experience in basic to advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair may be considered in lieu of an Associate's Degree

Required licensing/certifications:

+ Valid AZ Driver's License

+ Must obtain a Grade II Water Distribution and Grade II in Water Treatment (ADEQ) within one year of hire

Physical Demands and Working Conditions for this position include: This role involves working in various environments, including outdoor settings with varying weather conditions, as well as exposure to various environmental hazards, including fumes, odors, dusts, chemicals, etc. Physical demands include regular lifting (occasionally up to 50lbs and frequently up to 20lbs). The role primarily works four (4) ten-hour days and may be subject to on-call availability.

Why Team Gilbert?

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We Are Here to Help!

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.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .

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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Did you graduate from high school or obtain a GED?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have at least 6 years of experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have at least 6 years of experience in VFD installation, troubleshooting and repair?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you indicated you do have the experience listed in the previous two questions, please describe your PLC programming and VFD installation experience in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

06

Do you possess an ADEQ Grade I Water Distribution and an ADEQ Grade I Water Treatment Certification?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Do you hold an Associate's Degree of higher or a two-year certificate in electricity/electronics ENG industrial controls theory and application and 4 years of experience in basic to advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you answered yes to the previous question, did you obtain your experience in a municipal water utility system or similar environment?

+ Yes

+ No

09

If you indicated in the previous question that your experience has been in an environment similar to a municipality, please explain in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

10

How many years of experience do you have leading the work of other instrumentation and controls specialists, to include assigning, monitoring and reviewing work, and providing direction?

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

11

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

12

Please indicate how much experience you have maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting repairing, installing, programming and calibrating equipment and systems related to water wells by selecting the appropriate item below.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

13

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

14

Please indicate how much experience you have performing inspections and quality checks to ensure regulatory compliance and to maintain established standards.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

15

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

16

Please indicate how much experience you have maintaining software, databases and related systems in the control and support of water wells.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

17

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

18

Please indicate how much experience you have responding to and resolving complaints and issues related to water wells include providing information, training and education.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

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If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

20

Please indicate how much experience you have monitoring inventory levels and ensuring adequate resources to include initiating requisitions or bid proposals and administering maintenance contracts.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

21

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

22

Please indicate how much experience you have responding to emergency calls for service.

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

23

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

24

Please indicate your level of proficiency with Wonderware programming.

+ Beginner

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

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If you indicated in the previous question you have training and/or experience with Wonderware programming, please describe where you received this training and/or experience in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

26

Please indicate your level of proficiency with PLC programming.

+ Beginner

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

27

If you indicated you do have training and/or experience with PLC programming, please describe where you received this training and/or experience. If not, please enter N/A.

28

How many years of experience do you have maintaining data collection equipment, software and networking systems for data transmission and data backups?

+ No experience in this area

+ Less than one year

+ 1-2

+ 2-3

+ 3+

29

If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

30

Do you have any electrical certifications?

+ Yes

+ No

31

If you indicated in the previous question you do have an electrical certification, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

32

This position requires availability for overtime and to respond to emergency situations or after-hours as needed. Are you available and able to work overtime and on an emergency basis?

+ I am available for overtime and to work the on-call rotation during nights and weekends as needed.

+ I am not available for overtime and to work the on-call rotation during nights and weekends as needed.

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The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

+ Veteran

+ Disabled Veteran

+ Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

+ Disabled Person

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Employer

Town of Gilbert

Address

50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone

(480) 503-6823

Website

https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs

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