Water Utility Lead

JOB LOCATION 13646 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1330 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hiring Salary: $30.64 - $38.30/hour The deadline to submit an application for this position is November 23, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained. OVERVIEW OF JOB The Water Utility Lead is responsible for leading field crews and performing skilled and semi-skilled work in the operations, maintenance, inspection, and repair of the sanitary sewer collection system for the Aurora Water Department Operations and Maintenance Division. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Oversees the field operations and the work activities of assigned crew for various wastewater related duties including pipeline cleaning, CCTV inspection and manhole repair Resolves problems and conflicts Assists in the training of Water Utility Workers Maintains and enforces safety regulations, programs and policies and procedures Responds to citizen complaints Monitors and inspects equipment, machinery, and systems to determine need for repairs Maintains records and makes recommendation to supervisors Assists supervisor with coordination of preventive maintenance programs Performs snow removal operations Responds to wastewater and other emergencies Oversees confined space entries Performs additional duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: High school diploma or GED Experience: At least 3 years progressively responsible experience in operations and maintenance, repair and construction work associated with wastewater, stormwater, or water infrastructure. Licenses and Certifications: Class B CDL with tanker endorsement Colorado Class II Collection Operator or Colorado Class II Distribution Operator Certification or ability to obtain within reasonable time to be determined by department guidelines. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge and techniques associated with water utility maintenance Thorough knowledge of hazards, practices, procedures, equipment and tool operation, systems, and processes common to wastewater operations and common safety practices and procedures Thorough knowledge of the City of Aurora Technical knowledge of water utility systems Knowledge of excavation and trenching, traffic control and confined space entry Knowledge of the data management system INFOR Skills: Skilled in the safe operation of specialized equipment Skilled in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and equipment operation Skilled in training and monitoring of assigned personnel Skilled to recognize hazards and know the proper procedures for safe work operations Abilities: Ability to understand complex instructions, specifications, and situations relative to job assignments Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management, and citizens Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to understand oral and written instructions Effective use of computers and electronic devices including mobile devices such as tablets Direct and effectively lead a diverse workforce Ability to provide documentation and feedback related to employees and work assignments Organize and coordinate daily work activities Ability to problem solve with resolution on work sites Ability to work stand by, after hours and call back Ability to work overtime and respond within a 45-minute response time WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. Physical Demands: Medium lifting not more than 50 pounds at a time and infrequent heavy lifting of not more than 100 pounds Frequent lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping/crouching, and climbing Continuous hand/eye coordination for operation of power tools, vehicles, and equipment Speech to maintain communication with employees and citizens Vision to read manuals and gauges Hearing for instruction, troubleshooting and warning signals Work Environment: Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, dust, fumes, and chemicals; work may be performed in a confined space and often in traffic Primarily in and around traffic, roadways, and easements Equipment Used: Operates a variety of hand & power tools and equipment common to maintenance and repair activities Uses computer and electronic devices for email and data input Operates a motor vehicle, tandem axle dump truck, small and large heavy equipment including specialized equipment This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g., vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) during their employment. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Drivers License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.