Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist

JOB LOCATION
5070 S Robertsdale Way Aurora, Colorado 80016-7344
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Salary to be commensurate with experience
The pay rate for this position is $38.30 per hour.
The deadline to submit applications is November 6th, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
Overview of Department / Position:
Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.
The Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist in the Water Treatment Division participates in a number of activities at the water and wastewater treatment plants that include but are not limited to repair and maintenance of treatment plant equipment and facilities, receiving chemical deliveries including chlorine, learning the operation of the treatment plant, snow removal, and facility housekeeping. The person in this job will work around hazardous chemicals, perform laboratory testing, and must be able to pass a respiratory medical physical and it is recommended they have the Hepatitis B immunization series.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Leads work crews in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, reuse equipment, water storage tanks, and treatment facilities
Assists with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings
Assists in monitoring plant operations including assisting with laboratory tests on raw and treated water and chemical changes
Experience with chemical feeders, tanks, pumps, motors, piping systems, and valves
Mixes and loads chemicals
Maintains plant security
Performs janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance
Uses tools such as hand tools, shovel, jack hammer and power tools
Required to participate in confined space entries at whatever capacities assigned
Assists with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties
Basic knowledge of the city computer systems
Performs other duties as assigned
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
3 years’ related work experience required
Preferred Experience:
Water or wastewater treatment related experience preferred
Licenses and/or Certificates:
State Issued Driver's license with a good driving history
Colorado Water Operator C certification
Knowledge
Knowledge of servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical principles.
Knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant
Knowledge of personal computers and related software.
Abilities:
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to understand oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels as well as members of the community
Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment
Ability to take part in Aurora Water’s Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team
Skills:
Skilled in the use of hand tools preferred.
Attention to detail
Operating machinery
Problem solving
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work