Duty Plant Operator
Maricopa CountyAbout the role
Posting Date
06/29/26Application Deadline
07/09/26Pay Range
$28.00 - $40.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Facilities ManagementAbout the Position
Operations and Maintenance is a customer-driven support division that provides day-to-day maintenance and ensures the successful operation of all County Facilities. The Duty Plant Operator operates and monitors the 24-hour Facilities Operation Center. This position initiates corrective action in trouble or emergency situations by dispatching appropriate staff for various HVAC equipment, mechanical equipment, boilers, fire and elevator alarms, and other services.
This is a 24/7 operations support position that includes overnight and weekend hours and is subject to shift differential pay. This position requires the employee to be in the office and or customer-facing for all hours worked.
About Us
As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes various aspects of the ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Three years of experience operating and maintaining equipment for building systems, such as HVAC, boilers, combustion controls, water treatment systems, or performing stationary engineer duties
High school diploma or GED
Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational education may substitute for up to one year of the experience requirement
Other Requirements
Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) and MCSO background investigation and TOC certification to access County detention facilities
We Also Value
Experience in industrial or heavy commercial, institutional/detention environment
Experience in the use of Facilities Automation Systems (FAS)
Trained in the use of Maximo or other computer-based work order management systems
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
Job Contributions
Operate PCs, boilers, air handlers, air compressors, domestic water system, chilled water system, water softeners, heating system, air movement equipment, sewer injection systems
Input and dispatch routine and emergency work orders using the maintenance management system and Windows software. Maintain constant verbal communications with clients and field technicians, monitor and control temperatures utilizing the Facilities Automation System computer, notify proper authorities and management staff on emergency calls
Monitor HVAC, chemical tr
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