Water Utilities Maintenance Technician

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

3d • $27 - $30

About The Position

As a Utilities Maintenance Technician for the Water Division, you will be responsible for the efficient operation, maintenance, construction, and repair work of the City's water distribution systems. The ideal candidate is someone who can be resourceful, adaptable, and a collaborative team player. If you are a dedicated individual and want to be a part of this crucial role in maintaining our water services for our community, you are encouraged to apply!

Requirements

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in general labor, maintenance, and/or repair and construction of water distribution or sewer collection systems.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire, a valid Colorado Class “A” Commercial driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within five (5) years of hire, Collections or Distributions IV certifications, depending upon certification level at time of hire.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, clean, and maintain water distribution systems, irrigation equipment, raw water flow lines, and related infrastructure; identify and prevent cross connections, backflow hazards, and other system issues.
• Respond to staff and public inquiries, concerns, and complaints; investigate leaks, pressure problems, and other water-related issues, and resolve them in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform hydro-excavating, pressure testing, utility and manhole locates, trenching, shoring, and water quality sampling; identify and address potential environmental, atmospheric, or mechanical hazards.
• Manage supplies, tools, and equipment for assigned projects; maintain inventories, maps, drawings, records, and reports related to inspections, utility lines, collection systems, and work orders.
• Establish and oversee safe traffic control in work zones; ensure public and worker safety during construction and maintenance activities; respond to emergency situations during or after regular work hours as required.

Benefits

• New to the City of Grand Junction team? Receive 40 hours of Paid Time Off with your first paycheck!
• City of Grand Junction Employee Childcare Facility: The City of Grand Junction proudly operates its own childcare facility for employees and their families. Serving children ages 6 weeks (infants) to 6 years (preschool), the program provides a nurturing and educational environment where children can learn, explore, and grow under the care of experienced early childhood professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees