Water Utility Worker - Transmission & Distribution

JOB LOCATION
Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946
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 salary range is $22.29 - $27.86 per hour.
Please note, this job announcement is for multiple Water Utility Worker openings. 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.
Performs manual labor duties engaged in water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater operations and maintenance activities.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair activities on water, wastewater or stormwater infrastructure
Operates and maintains vehicles
Responds to water, stormwater, or wastewater emergencies
Performs snow removal activities
Performs stand-by duties
Performs other related duties as assigned
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:
1-year manual labor experience
Knowledge:
Understanding of hazards and common safety practices
Skills:
Skilled in the safe use of hand and power tools
Abilities:
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and citizens
Ability to understand oral and written instructions
Ability to operate or receive training on various types of tools and equipment
Effective use of computers and electronic devices
Ability to recognize hazards
Licenses and Certifications Required:
State issued driver’s license
Ability to obtain with in first 6 months
Class A or B CDL as required by section job duties
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 as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
Medium lifting not more than 50 pounds at a time and infrequent heavy lifting of not more than 100 pounds
Frequent lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping/crouching and climbing
Continuous hand/eye coordination for operation of power tools, vehicles and equipment
Speech to maintain communication with employees and citizens
Vision to read manuals and gauges
Hearing for instruction, troubleshooting and warning signals
Work Environment:
Continuously works outdoors on a variety of terrain and all-weather conditions, with exposure to noise, dust, odors and fumes
Occasional work in confined space, frequent vehicle traffic and pedestrian interaction
Work day or night for emergency operations
Equipment Used:
Operates a variety of hand & power tools and equipment common to maintenance and repair activities
Uses computer and electronic devices for email and data input
Operates a motor vehicle, tandem axle dump truck
This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired