Water Treatment Technician

JOB LOCATION 14201 E Hampden Ave Aurora, Colorado 80014-3901 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 Hiring Salary: $26.14 - $32.67/hour The deadline to submit an application to this position is January 31, 2026. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained. OVERVIEW OF POSITION The Water Treatment Technician 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 Assists 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 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 Will assist with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties Basic knowledge of the city computer systems Perform 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: Experience 1-year work experience related to manual labor preferred, as listed in the Primary Duties & Responsibilities section. (6) Months water or wastewater treatment related experience preferred. 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 operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment Must be able to wear personal protective equipment required for the job and able to meet requirements under the Aurora Water Respiratory Protection Program. Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time Ability to understand oral and written instructions Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment Skills: Skill in the use of hand tools preferred. Licenses and/or Certificates: State Issued Driver's license with a good driving history Current Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of hire date. 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: Moderate to heavy physical work. Requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds, with or without assistance Requires frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing over 100 pounds, with assistance Considerable walking and standing Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehicles Vision for reading gauges and written instructions Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals Work Environment: Works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, and fumes. Works in and around chemical feed areas with exposure to hazardous chemicals while wearing appropriate PPE. Some work may be performed in confined spaces with exposure to raw sewage; will be exposed to low and medium electrical voltage. Participate in the City's snow removal program. Equipment Used: Operates equipment and vehicles common to utilities maintenance functions. This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. 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. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Driver’s License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. 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 Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Salary : $26 - $33