Water Systems Technician I - IV - Transmission & Distribution

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

7h•$22 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greeley is seeking a Water Systems Technician I–IV to join the Transmission and Distribution team within the Water and Sewer Department. This position performs progressively skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, and construction of the City's water distribution system. Responsibilities include installing and repairing water mains, service lines, valves, and fire hydrants; responding to water leaks and system emergencies; operating vehicles, heavy equipment, and specialized tools; and completing required work orders and documentation. Employees work in a variety of field environments, including excavation trenches, confined spaces, active traffic areas, construction sites, and around heavy equipment. Employees participate in a rotating standby/on-call schedule and may respond to emergency water system issues outside of regular working hours. The Water Systems Technician I–IV classification provides a structured career progression based on experience, water distribution certification, technical knowledge, demonstrated competency, and the ability to perform increasingly complex utility maintenance, repair, construction, troubleshooting, and emergency response activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
Basic knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in utility construction and maintenance.
Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and light-to heavy equipment.
Ability to participate in a rotating standby/on-call schedule and respond to the designated work location within 45 minutes when required.
Zero (0) to one (1) year of related experience (for Tech I).
Colorado Water Distribution Operator Level 1 Certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment (for Tech I).
Two (2) years of related experience (for Tech II).
Colorado Water Distribution Operator Level 2 Certification (for Tech II).
Three (3) years of related experience (for Tech III).
Colorado Water Distribution Operator Level 3 Certification (for Tech III).
Four (4) years of related experience (for Tech IV).
Colorado Water Distribution Operator Level 4 Certification (for Tech IV).

Nice To Haves

Experience in water distribution, utilities, public works, construction, sewer, or street maintenance.
Mechanical maintenance or repair experience.
Experience working safely in or around active roadways and traffic control zones.
Knowledge of confined space entry procedures, excavation safety, and trench safety.
Experience operating construction or utility maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, maintains, and replaces water taps, water mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants, and related water distribution infrastructure.
Performs routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on water pipes, valves, hydrants, equipment, and related system components.
Investigates and responds to customer concerns related to water color, taste, odor, leaks, and other water distribution issues.
Exercises, flushes, cleans, inspects, and maintains water valves and fire hydrant lines, including seasonal maintenance activities.
Performs excavation, trenching, backfilling, surface restoration, cold patching, sidewalk repairs, manhole restoration, and related work associated with water utility construction and maintenance.
Safely operates and maintains pickup trucks, loaders, dump trucks, and other utility vehicles and equipment.
Uses shovels, hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, locating equipment, and specialized utility tools to perform assigned work.
Works safely in and around excavation trenches, confined spaces, traffic areas, construction sites, uneven terrain, and operating heavy equipment.
Inspects work areas, equipment, and infrastructure; identifies hazards or maintenance needs; and takes appropriate action to protect employees, the public, and City infrastructure.
Perform site cleanup and restoration following maintenance, repair, excavation, and construction activities.
Maintains accurate records, logs, and documentation related to maintenance activities, repairs, materials, equipment, and replacement parts.
Completes assigned work orders, documentation, in a timely and accurate manner.
Communicates effectively with crew members, supervisors, other City departments, contractors, residents, and the public regarding work activities and water system issues.
Participates in emergency response activities and rotating standby/on-call assignments, including responding to water system emergencies outside of regular working hours.
Provides technical guidance and assists with training less-experienced employees, as assigned and appropriate to the employee's classification.
Follows City policies, safety procedures, utility standards, regulatory requirements, and established work practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.