Water Conservation Technician (Seasonal)

Resource Central•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Resource Central is an award-winning nonprofit in Boulder, Colorado, dedicated to making conservation simple. Since 1976, our programs have helped over 1,000,000 people save water, conserve energy, and reduce waste. We are seeking candidates who can effectively work with diverse populations. The Water scarcity is a significant issue in Colorado, and our Slow the Flow program collaborates with over 40 municipalities and water providers to help residents conserve water through efficient irrigation. To date, Slow the Flow has saved Colorado residents over 200 million gallons of water. As a Water Conservation Technician, you will contribute to this impact by performing sprinkler system checkups and offering recommendations to reduce lawn water usage. This is a full-time, field-based role involving daily travel to sprinkler evaluation appointments across the Colorado Front Range (Fort Collins, Longmont, Boulder, Westminster, Denver, or Parker), with assignments typically within 30 miles of your residence. The position runs from June 1, 2026, through August or September 2026. Compensation includes $20.00/hr base pay, potential attendance bonuses, mileage reimbursement, a cell phone stipend, paid training, and accrued paid sick leave. Join our impactful environmental nonprofit driving real change in Colorado!

Requirements

Outstanding customer service skills and ability to maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
Must be at least 18 years of age upon start date.
Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, daily access to a reliable automobile, and a smartphone.
Must pass and maintain a clean background check and driving record evaluation if offered a position.
Daily travel to worksites in and around either Fort Collins, Longmont, Boulder, Westminster, Denver, or Parker required; appointments are typically assigned within 30 miles of a technician’s residence.
Ability to safely lift 30 pounds, walk continuously throughout the workday, kneel, lift, and bend repeatedly.
Ability to safely work outdoors in all kinds of weather including high temperatures and rain.

Nice To Haves

Experience in fieldwork, landscaping, sprinklers, or sustainability.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Help people conserve water by conducting sprinkler system checkups at homes, businesses, and other properties; training is provided.
Travel from home to worksite locations daily; appointment locations are assigned to minimize technician commute times when possible; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Test sprinkler systems and program sprinkler control clocks to improve system performance and provide a more efficient watering schedule.
Educate homeowners and business owners on best practices in outdoor water use.
Participate in regularly scheduled meetings in person, online, and on the phone.
Assist with other Slow the Flow tasks or Resource Central programs as assigned.
Foster Inclusion to help build a strong sense of belonging by ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and included at Resource Central.