Water Operator D

CITY OF BRUSH•Brush, CO

11d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Water Foreman, the Water Operator performs construction, maintenance, and repair work on the City’s water and sewer systems to provide efficient service. The position maintains water wells, water systems, and sewer collection systems, and installs water services and mains. The operator also performs related work on storm sewer lines, hydrants, wells, pumps, control systems, dosing equipment, and associated infrastructure. Weekend duty is included on a rotating basis, and the employee may assist other departments as needed. The employee must live within 30 minutes of the City of Brush for emergencies. The work includes operating and maintaining water and wastewater infrastructure and equipment; digging and backfilling trenches; installing and repairing pipes, mains, valves, and water services; locating system lines and underground installations; maintaining well houses, water tanks, and lift stations; flushing water systems; cleaning sewer lines; reading meters and collecting water samples; maintaining premises, vehicles, and equipment; and assisting with reports and equipment histories. The position requires working independently, interacting professionally with the public, following complex instructions, and observing safety requirements. This is heavy physical work performed in varied and potentially harsh conditions, including noise, temperature extremes, wet or humid conditions, confined areas, fumes, dust, dirt, and elevated access. Duties require climbing, entering confined spaces, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, reaching, and handling tools and equipment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, as is three years of experience as a Water Service Worker or equivalent. The employee must possess or obtain the specified Colorado operator and driver licenses within the stated timeframes and meet the stated equipment-operation and backflow-prevention qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; proof is required before starting for training purposes.
Three years of experience as a Water Service Worker or equivalent.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid Colorado Class D Water Treatment Plant Operator License within six months of hire.
Be a certified backflow prevention inspector or be able to become one.
Possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Class C Driver's License.
Be certified in the operation of a backhoe and front-end loader.
Have or be willing to obtain a Hepatitis B vaccination.
Thorough knowledge of wastewater collection, water pumping plants, water transmission and distribution systems, valves, lift stations, wells, pump repair and maintenance, motors, electrical panels, instrumentation, and water-treatment principles and processes.
Ability to work unsupervised and deal with the public in a cordial, professional manner.
Ability to comprehend and follow complex written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of backflow prevention and apparatus, chemistry, mathematics, and confined-space requirements and hazards.
Ability to climb ladders, use stairs, reach overhead, enter confined spaces such as wet wells and manholes, and walk, stand, or lift for extended periods, including in inclement weather.
Ability to work under pressure, meet multiple and competing deadlines, and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
Ability to perform heavy physical work, including the listed lifting, carrying, pulling, reaching, and tool-handling tasks.

Nice To Haves

Possess or be able to obtain a Class I Distribution System License.
Possess or be able to obtain a Class I Collection System License.

Responsibilities

Maintain water wells, the water system, and the sewer collection system.
Install water services and water mains.
Construct, maintain, and repair water, sewer, and storm sewer lines, hydrants, services, wells, pumps, control systems, dosing equipment, and related infrastructure.
Cut asphalt; dig, backfill, and tamp trenches.
Cut, fit, lay, and tap pipes and mains; install valves, tees, and crosses; connect and disconnect water services.
Locate valves, underground installations, and system lines for other utilities.
Maintain well houses and water tanks, flush the water system, and maintain lift stations.
Set up equipment and clean sewer lines; repair or replace broken valves and manhole covers.
Read water meters and collect water samples.
Maintain premises, vehicles, and equipment, including backhoes and front-end loaders.
Assist with reports, maintenance records, and equipment histories, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Observe safety rules and regulations.
Perform rotating weekend duty and other assigned duties, including assisting other departments as needed.
Respond to emergencies while living within 30 minutes of the City of Brush.