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Colorado Springs Utilities lists this Water Distribution System Operator opportunity in colorado springs, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Water Distribution System OperatorThe starting pay rate for this position is $44.12/hour followed by an increase to $46.33/hour after successfully completion probation (six months).Colorado Springs Utilities is hiring a Water Distribution System Operator to perform a wide variety of skilled activities related to operating, inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems and equipment that support the reliability and performance of our potable, non-potable, and raw water distribution systems. The work that you will do ensures the effective operation of our water distribution systems and related components, and the safe transmission of water to over 500,000 people in the Colorado Springs community.What Else Will You be Doing?Maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting water systems and pipelinesOperating and maintaining gravity and high-pressure pipelinesPerforming preventative and corrective maintenance of pressure-reducing and pressure-relief valvesTroubleshooting, analyzing, and correcting pressure zone irregularitiesInspecting and maintaining water tanksCoordinating water system outagesShutting down and isolating water distribution and transmission mainsResponding to customer issues regarding water flow and pressurePerforming fire hydrant flow testing; inspection, maintenance, and repair of water, air, and vacuum valves; and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of water pump station equipmentResearching, identifying, and ordering spare or replacement parts for the pumping equipment system componentsProvide operational readiness and support of our infrastructure and services by participating in a week-long on-call rotation every nine weeks (subject to change)Who You AreDemonstrated experience in the operations and maintenance of water distribution and/or collection systemsMust possess, at minimum, a Colorado State Water Distribution Level 1 CertificationPossession of, or the ability to obtain, a Colorado State Water Distribution Level 4 Certification within four years of hire is requiredPossession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license is requiredPossession of, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire, a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is requiredA manual transmission endorsement is valuedThe following knowledge, skills, and experience are highly valued:In-depth understanding of and experience with water distribution/collection systems, including Raw Water, Potable Water, & Non-potable Water SystemsWater distribution/collection systems troubleshooting techniques, maintenance, and repair skillsWater distribution/collection systems operations skillsStrong leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skillsStrong planning and work prioritization skillsAbility to provide technical guidance to personnel and contractorsKnowledge of pump operations and understanding of pump curves, efficiencies, and technologyAbility to read and understand maps, construction drawings, specifications, and as-buildsKnowledge of and commitment to safety practices and processesPhysical Requirements/Working Conditions:Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess for Heavy Work.Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.Who We AreOne of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvementsOur Commitment to Our EmployeesOur people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That's why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.Time Off to RechargeVacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenurePersonal Leave –3 days per yearPaid Holidays –12 paid holidays per yearSick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needsVacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annuallyHealth & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following monthMedical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibilityZero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no costDental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision planFamily Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacyWellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activitiesFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expensesHealth Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHPFinancial & Retirement SecurityPension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mindSupplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plansDisability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance availableLife Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plansLong-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needsAdditional SupportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balanceTuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued educationPublic Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80901, US
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