Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist

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 Senior performs technically skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and control of complex facilities, equipment, and systems to support the operations of the Water Treatment division.

Responsibilities

Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment, machinery, and systems to determine need for repair; Leads work crews in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and reuse equipment; Coordinates scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings; Performs installation of materials, fixtures, equipment, and systems; Checks equipment for proper operation; Designs and fabricates equipment parts as necessary; Monitors and oversees confined space entry by crews; Maintains inventory of parts and supplies; Trains subordinate employees as appropriate; Acts as lead worker; Mixes and loads chemicals; Maintains plant security; Maintains O&M logs and records; Basic knowledge of the city computer systems; Performs janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance; Uses tools such as hand tools, shovel, jack hammer and power tools; Assists with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties; Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; 2 years in water or wastewater treatment operation and maintenance experience; Knowledge of chemistry, biology, math, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and pumping structures; Knowledge of the city computer systems; 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; Skilled in the use of hand tools; Strong interpersonal skills; Skilled in the use of windows-based programs; Attention to detail; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management, and citizens; Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Ability to effectively direct a diverse workforce; Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner; Ability to perform mathematical calculations; Ability to perform chemical analyses; Ability to understand oral and written instructions; Ability to instruct and train other employees; Ability to read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals, and specifications; Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment; Colorado Driver's license with a good driving history; Colorado Water or Wastewater Treatment C Certification or ability to obtain; Colorado Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection I or ability to obtain; Moderate to heavy physical work; Ability to move no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time; Continuous walking and standing; Participate in the city's snow removal program

Nice to have

5 years' work experience related to technical skilled labor; Associates degree in water technology or water quality management; Ability to take part in Aurora Water's Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team

Benefits

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