Water System Assistant

Lafayette • Lafayette, CO

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Participates in the maintenance, sampling and monitoring of the water system and water related City owned facilities. This is a part-time position with an annual weekly average maximum of 29 hours.

Requirements

• Standard principles of biology, chemistry and mathematics
• Safety precautions relating to work around machinery and laboratory chemicals
• Laboratory procedures and tests performed in monitoring treatment plants and distribution and collection systems and peripheral elements of system.
• Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job.
• Ability to operate a truck and trailer and launch a boat
• Make mathematical computations
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Work around disagreeable odors
• Keep accurate and legible records
• Exercise some independent judgment in correcting problems
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the general public.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• State of Colorado Driver’s License with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform monitoring and maintenance duties related to the City’s water storage reservoirs.
• Collect water samples from the reservoirs and various points in the system; perform laboratory tests.
• Read and record gauge and flow meter charts, change charts.
• Collect monitoring well measurements at City operated reservoirs.
• Operate a variety of equipment including a lawn tractor, sample collection boat, various hand tools, and laboratory equipment.
• Perform related work as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED