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City of Loveland · 11 hours ago

Water Systems Operator (Entry, Journey and Senior Levels)

Loveland, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$23.11/hr - $31.20/hr

1+ years exp

The City of Loveland is seeking Water Systems Operators at various levels to perform installation, maintenance, and repair on water distribution and wastewater collection facilities. The role involves operating heavy equipment and ensuring reliable, safe drinking water for the community's residents while providing opportunities for advancement in the water and wastewater industry.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Uses proper safety apparel, procedures and equipment per city standards. Ability to work safely in very high traffic areas

Learns to operate and maintain equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, front-end loader, excavator and other applicable equipment

Maintains assigned equipment to specifications, i.e., uses correct fuel, checks gauges, fluid levels, and makes sure equipment is clean both inside and out

Subject to call-back work and must be capable of responding to an emergency situation upon short notice

Maintains accurate records such as daily reports, work order service requests and map revisions within 6 months of hire

Ensures truck is stocked with necessary materials and tools, and all equipment is ready for the next job within 6 months of hire

Assists with various repairs and maintenance of water and wastewater systems

Installs, maintains, and repairs or replaces water distribution and wastewater collection systems, lines, fire hydrants, water valves, wastewater manholes, water services, etc

Operates and maintains equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, front-end loader, excavator, jet truck, valve exerciser and other applicable equipment

Provides customer service by answering questions, providing information and referrals, and resolving complaints and problems

Performs leak detection surveys of water distribution system to identify accurate location of water leaks within 6 months of hire

Performs emergency locates as needed within 6 months of hire

Performs Crew Leader responsibilities during emergencies, after-hours, weekends, holidays and call back as assigned

Proficiently and independently operate leak detection equipment, valve exerciser, jet truck, and CCTV equipment

Performs periodic Crew Leader responsibilities in daily work activities

Assists with snow removal work crews as requested by the Public Works Department

Assists other work groups in the Water and Power Department and other City departments

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Equipment OperationWater Distribution SystemsWastewater SystemsLeak DetectionCCTV EquipmentGIS MappingCustomer ServiceSafety PracticesInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

High School or GED

One (1) year experience in construction, equipment operation (i.e. backhoe, dump truck, excavator, loader, etc.) required for Journey Level

Two (2) years water related equipment operations and/or maintenance experience required for Journey Level

Two (2) years water distribution system experience required for Journey Level

Combination of two (2) years of experience in underground utilities, water or wastewater systems required for Journey Level

Five (5) years of experience in underground utilities, water and wastewater systems required for Senior Level

Five (5) years of experience in equipment operation required for Senior Level

Valid Colorado Driver's License

Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement and no air brake restriction

All required certifications must be kept current and maintained throughout employment with the City

Preferred

One (1) year of equipment operation experience preferred for Entry Level

Combination of one (1) year of experience in underground utilities including water or wastewater systems preferred for Entry Level

Colorado Class I Water Distribution and Class I Wastewater Collections Certifications are preferred but not required for Entry Level

Colorado Class I Water Distribution and Class I Wastewater Collection Certifications required within one (1) year of hire for Journey Level

Certifications from the National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) and Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program (PACP) preferred for Senior Level

Benefits

Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)

A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center

Discounted Chilson Center passes

Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave

Flexible spending including Dependent Care

Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage

Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match

A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary 529 College Invest program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Personal and Professional Development opportunities

Employee Recognition Program

Exceptional work-life balance

Market based pay & regular performance reviews

Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Continuous Floating Holidays - This position may work evenings, weekends, and holidays. As a result, this position is eligible for Continuous Floating Holidays.