Water Utility Technician

JOB LOCATION Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946 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: $26.20 - $32.74/hour The deadline to apply to this position is December 28, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains constant contact with all Water Divisions Rechecks questionable meter readings and obtains readings unavailable during routine meter reading and records final meter readings Delivers delinquent notices and performs shut-off's of delinquent accounts Responds to and takes corrective action on water service outages, water quality, and water delivery complaints; operates valves, hydrants, and other assorted water transmission apparatus Performs alternate water connections for service outages Checks leaks in mainline and services Determines urgency and responsibility for repairs and notifies the appropriate authority Performs emergency and routine shut-off and turn-on of water services Investigates questionable consumption of water such as leaking systems, inoperative or defective meters, and high usage and pressure problems Responds, investigates, and takes appropriate action for water conservation violations Obtains billing information through customer contact or direct observation Removes, replaces, and reinstalls meters for defect or for customer request testing Performs troubleshooting and repair of remote meter systems and minor repair of installed meters Performs cursory inspections of meter pits and soil preparation and notes discrepancies Performs routine repair of stop boxes, pits, and vaults Tests vaults for oxygen deficiency Prepares and maintains various records May perform routine meter reading duties Occasionally performs or assists with field and in-shop meter and meter component repair and testing Performs other duties as assigned This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 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: Three (3) years progressively responsible experience in customer service specific to utilities Preferred Qualifications: None Knowledge: Knowledge of overall operation and policies of the department Meter repair and calibration procedures Various meter settings, meter removal, and installation procedures City and private water systems Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics of the various types of meters and remote meter systems City geography and meter locations Thorough knowledge of frozen services troubleshooting, correction, and safety procedure All related safety practices and equipment Knowledge of utility billing and collection procedures Skills: Monitoring the work of assigned personnel. Skill in the use of tools and specialized equipment in assigned maintenance function. Abilities: Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people including employees, citizens, contractors, and developers Use hand tools, machines, and equipment to perform mechanical repair functions Make independent decisions and determine priorities Deal effectively and diplomatically with customers under adverse or stressful conditions Read maps Considerable ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability to work overtime, call back duty, and standby within a 45 minute response time Licenses and Certifications Required: Colorado Driver's License with a good driving history Class I Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection Class I Certification or can require within department guidelines. 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 work lifting no more than 50 pounds (with or without assistance) at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects Frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance Considerable walking and standing Frequent pushing, pulling, and climbing Considerable hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehicles Speech communication to give instructions and provide technical direction Vision to read gauges and instructions and operate equipment Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals Work Environment: Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to adverse weather, noise, and dust Some work performed in confined space Equipment Used: Operates a variety of hand and power tools common to utility meter operation and maintenance; operates a motor vehicle This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of 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.