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Water Distribution and Collection System Operator

Wheat Ridge Water District
Wheat Ridge, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

Job description:

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Fire hydrant maintenance and repair.
  • Testing chlorine in the system.
  • Mainline valve operation and maintenance.
  • Blow off valve operation and maintenance.
  • Pressure reducing valve operation and maintenance.
  • Pump station and pump inspections.
  • Generator inspections.
  • Water meter reading, inspections, maintenance and repairs.
  • Locating water utilities and for engineers, contractors, developers, and homeowners.
  • Service calls requests for engineers, contractors, developers and homeowners.
  • Inspections of new construction projects and existing utility repairs.
  • Water main breaks, oversee, assist, and documentation.
  • Assisting with cross-connection control compliance.
  • GIS manipulation and asset updating.
  • Rotational On-Call duties.

Required for Selection:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no major citations.
  • Background check.
  • Medical examination.
  • Must undergo drug and alcohol testing after a conditional offer of hire by the District.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Position requires Certifications of Water Distribution Class 1 or ability within 120 days.

Experience:
· Construction and/or water system related experience.
Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to be able to have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to identify unsafe practices and avoid injury (utilize proper PPE).
  • Ability to work in a variety of environments.
  • Ability to identify work needs and complete them in a timely manner.
  • Ability to do strenuous activities for long periods of time.
  • Ability to learn other operators’ duties and do on the job training.
  • Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. for a short period of time.

Performance Goals:

  • Completion of Assigned Tasks.
  • Deal with citizens, suppliers, contractors, employees and the public as a professional manner at all times.
  • Ensure work areas/facilities and vehicles are clean and presentable at all times.
  • Follow all safety procedures to avoid injuries at all times.
  • Continued education and certifications.

Benefits Included:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance (Eligible after 90-day probation period).
  • Retirement -401a.
  • Costco Membership.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • PTO based on years of service and accruing after 1 year anniversary.

Rate of Pay:

  • This position is hourly. The starting rate of pay is $24.50 to $27.50 based on prior experience.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call

Work Location: In person

Pay: $24.50 - $27.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28

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