Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist

City of Aurora•Sand Creek, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist performs technically skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and control of complex facilities, equipment, and systems supporting the Water Treatment division. Aurora Water operates and maintains drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems; treats drinking water and reclaimed wastewater; and supports public outreach, water conservation, water rights, capital projects, billing, and regulatory compliance and public health. The specialist leads maintenance crews, coordinates repairs, monitors equipment and facilities, and supports treatment plant operations. The role may also involve snow removal and standby duties, essential-personnel work during a declared emergency, and participation on Aurora Water’s Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team. The position is based at 11405 E 30th Ave, Aurora, Colorado. Pay is $40.98 per hour, commensurate with experience. The City notes that most employees will have scheduled unpaid furlough days in 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of water or wastewater treatment operation and maintenance experience.
Colorado driver's license with a good driving history.
Colorado Water or Wastewater Treatment C certification, or ability to obtain it.
Colorado Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection I certification, or ability to obtain it.
Knowledge of chemistry, biology, math, hydrology, pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and pumping structures.
Knowledge of servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment operating primarily on mechanical principles.
Knowledge of water treatment plant safety practices and requirements, city computer systems, personal computers, and related software.
Skill with hand tools and Windows-based programs; strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
Ability to establish effective working relationships; communicate orally and in writing; direct a diverse workforce; solve problems; perform mathematical calculations and chemical analyses; understand instructions; train employees; read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals, and specifications; and operate or receive training on maintenance and construction equipment.
Ability to take part in Aurora Water’s Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team.
Ability to move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance, walk and stand continuously, and perform activities involving bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing.

Nice To Haves

Five years of work experience related to technical skilled labor, as listed in the primary duties and responsibilities.
Associate degree in water technology or water quality management.

Responsibilities

Monitor and inspect facilities, equipment, machinery, and systems to determine repair needs.
Lead crews in repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and reuse equipment, including storage tanks, chemical feeders, tanks, pumps, motors, piping systems, valves, and treatment facilities.
Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings.
Install materials, fixtures, equipment, and systems.
Check equipment for proper operation.
Design and fabricate equipment parts as necessary.
Monitor and oversee crews entering confined spaces.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies.
Train subordinate employees as appropriate and act as a lead worker.
Mix and load chemicals.
Maintain plant security and O&M logs and records.
Perform janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance.
Use hand tools, shovels, jack hammers, and power tools.
Assist with snow removal activities and perform snow standby call duties.
Perform other related duties as assigned.