Water Utility Worker - Wastewater/Storm/Construction & Repair Job at - in Aurora

Overview

Location: Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946
Aurora Water Department position with the City of Aurora. It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora; we are growing and seeking dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team. The organization demonstrates CORE 4 Values of Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and welcomes 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 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 hiring range for this position is: $21.51 - $26.89 hourly.

Sign-on bonus: New employees are eligible for a $2,500 bonus, with $500 paid on the first payroll, $1,000 paid after successful completion of the 6-month introductory period, and $1,000 at the one-year anniversary.

This is a continuous posting used to fill multiple vacancies. The City of Aurora conducts ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; once a qualified pool is determined, the position may close quickly and without notice.

The City of Aurora Aurora Water Utility Worker performs manual labor duties and assists with routine maintenance and repair functions for divisions within the Aurora Water Department. Employees in this position model the Core 4 Values: Customer Service, Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect.

The City of Aurora is pleased to offer:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training
• An annual bonus up to $500 (paid in December if eligibility criteria are met) for individuals whose job requires maintaining a CDL
• Additional advancement opportunities through Career Progressions and Promotions
• Training assistance through our online Learning Management System and Tuition Assistance Program
• Boot allowance in the amount of $150 after successful completion of introductory period, then yearly on anniversary date, for full-time employees
• Uniforms provided shortly after starting for full-time employees
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the department (boots excluded)

The City takes pride in seeing our employees succeed. Join us for a career, not just a job.

Divisions and Primary Duties

The Aurora Water Operations and Maintenance division is accepting applications for the following divisions. If you would like to see the differences between each division, please view the video provided by the department.

Wastewater

The Wastewater Section performs preventive and emergency maintenance of wastewater mainlines. Tasks are performed daily using Vac-Con combination sewer cleaners, Closed Circuit Television equipment, and other support trucks and equipment. Most work is above ground; entry into manholes is infrequent. All Wastewater employees participate in a standby program requiring on-call status 24-7, two to three weeks per year. Average overtime in this section is 30 hours per year.

Construction & Repair (C&R)

This section repairs and maintains over 1,500 miles of pipeline, including emergency water and service line repairs, fire hydrants, valves, and vault rehabilitation or replacement. Sewer repairs for gravity, force mains, and reuse piping, including manhole maintenance, are duties as well. Water main replacement occurs in the summer; snow removal occurs in winter. Overtime is required; call back duty is a high priority. Average overtime is 250 hours per year.

Stormwater

The Stormwater Section is responsible for a variety of tasks; activities may change daily. Typical duties include tree removal, mowing, weed control chemical applications, inspections, maintenance and repair of stormwater pipes and culverts, concrete repairs, high-traffic work areas, and off-road work along creeks. Snow removal may be required. Average overtime in this section is 30 hours per year.

In addition, all divisions will perform the following primary duties and responsibilities:

• Loads and unloads tools
• Repair and replacement activities
• Perform routine equipment maintenance
• Assist work crews in installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of water lines, sewer lines, stormwater lines, channels and structures, large water meters, valves, fire hydrants, and other equipment
• Perform tasks using hand tools, shovel, jackhammer, and power tools
• May assist with on-call shifts as needed to assist Public Works with snow removal activities
• Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and equipment that operate on mechanical principles
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

• 1-year work experience related to manual labor (preferred)

Abilities:

• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate or receive training on maintenance and construction equipment
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repetitively
• Ability to work overtime, call back duty, and standby with 45-minute response times
• Ability to identify issues early

Skills:

• Skill in using ground maintenance equipment and hand tools (preferred)
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in task completion

Licenses and/or Certificates:

• State-issued driver's license with a good driving record
• Current Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain a Colorado CDL within 6 months of hire

Physical Demands:

• Heavy physical work; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; frequent lifting over 100 pounds with assistance
• Considerable walking and standing; extensive range of motion required
• Climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for equipment operation
• Vision and hearing essential for gauges, instructions, and warnings

Work Environment:

• Outdoor work in all weather with exposure to noise, dust, odors, and fumes
• Some work may occur in trenches, confined spaces, and high-traffic areas

Equipment Used:

• Operates equipment and vehicles common to utilities maintenance
• Occasionally may use personal equipment in the course of employment

Essential Personnel:

• When a local emergency or disaster is declared, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel

For Veterans preference: Please show all employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer and maintains records as required by state and federal agencies. The information is not used to discriminate based on sex, race, age, sexuality, creed, national origin, disability or military status, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by law.

Drug-free workplace statement: A positive marijuana test is grounds for disqualification or one-year ineligibility for employment, or termination if hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: All applicants selected for employment must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Safety-sensitive positions require drug screening. Employment references will be conducted for finalists.