Hydro Supervisor

Denver WaterGolden, CO
Onsite

About The Position

Working for Denver Water offers a rewarding and comprehensive employment experience marked by exceptional benefits and a strong organizational culture. Employees enjoy a robust 401(k) plan with employer contributions, a secure pension fund to support long-term financial well-being, and high-quality benefits that include a generous PTO package as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage. At the heart of Denver Water’s workplace are its core values: vision, integrity, passion, excellence, and respect. These principles guide every aspect of the organization, fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the community and the future of water sustainability.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum 6 years of related work experience.
  • Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.
  • Complete Hydro Electric Power Plant Operator training within 12 months of hire.
  • Complete Aquatic Nuisance Species training within 12 months of hire.
  • Colorado Water Distribution Class 1 Certificate required within 12 months of appointment.
  • FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 within 18 months of hire.
  • Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class ‘R’ Colorado driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
  • Must possess a valid Class ‘B’ Colorado Commercial Driver’s license within 12 months of appointment.
  • May be required to possess a valid Class ‘A’ Colorado Commercials Driver’s License within 12 months of appointment.
  • English proficiency adequate to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers, including proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
  • Applicants for employment at Denver Water must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

  • Take and record a variety of information including reservoir elevations, stream flow readings, and weather data.
  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily work and projects. Provide detailed instruction and training in job duties and requirements including the use of various tools and equipment, SOPs, computers and software applications.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures, emergency operations manuals, and facility inspection programs.
  • Maintain patrol of departmental property to prevent vandalism and trespassing and fires. Cooperate with various local public and private agencies.
  • Maintain liaison with visitors to department facilities. Work with local agencies concerning recreational opportunities at these facilities.
  • Ability to utilize on the job technology including mobile computers and/or tablets, electronic timekeeping systems, computerized maintenance management systems, associated mobile applications, RDA, or other provided devices.
  • Maintain and repair dams, canals, ditches, roads, and other structures.
  • Operate valves to regulate flows, check emergency valves, and maintain all outlet piping, valves, and valve chambers.
  • Supervise the operation and maintenance of hydropower facilities, dams, canals, ditches, conduits, flumes and facilities related to property management, road maintenance, vegetation management, and right of ways.
  • Train and ensure assigned staff are compliant with appropriate safety issues including, but not limited to, confined space entry procedures, hot work permits, lead paint, asbestos regulations, and excavation trenching & shoring.
  • Supervise the operation and maintenance of trucks, pumps, generators, and assigned power equipment.
  • Ensure safe working conditions and practices through inspection.
  • Must be able to perform safety sensitive functions.
  • Perform related work as required.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Secure pension fund
  • Generous PTO package
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
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