The Water Treatment Operator will operate, maintain, and monitor a water system including water treatment or water reclamation facilities and related, applicable water distribution and source water facilities.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE: Standard principles of biology, chemistry, and mathematics; overall operation of a water system; regulations concerning treatment plant operation; safety precautions relating to work around machinery and laboratory chemicals; laboratory procedures and tests performed in monitoring treatment plants and distribution; maintenance procedures of treatment plant equipment and peripheral elements of system; construction methods used in installing pipes, valves, pumps and meters. The degree of knowledge expected and required increases as the Position Levels increase from D to A.

SKILL: Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the job.

ABILITY: Perform heavy manual repair work of the system with the use of equipment; maintain constant attention to assigned instruments and equipment; make mathematical computations; work outdoors in all weather conditions; follow verbal and written instructions; work around chemical, organic, and other various odors; coordinate, train and direct others as position level prescribes; keep accurate, timely, and legible records; consistently exercise independent and sound judgment in operations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the general public. Progressive ability to work independently and individually based on level of operator certification.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in water technology or water quality management preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Operates Water Treatment Facility or Water Reclamation Facility and Related Facilities
• Operates water treatment facility to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; the City's operating plan; and local policies and standards. Including various monitoring plans and sample collection.
• Monitors and adjusts production based on water distribution system conditions to maintain storage levels, demand levels, and water quality.
• Monitors and operates source water facilities including reservoirs and pumping stations. Communicates status and/or issues of the facilities to plant staff and supervisor.
• Monitors effectiveness and efficiency of treatment processes. Makes recommendations for modifications based on plant performance. Modifies treatment parameters under delegation from the Operator in Responsible Charge as required.
• Maintains required documentation, transmits to State and Federal entities as applicable.
• Communicates changes in operating conditions and plant performance in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitors/orders inventory of various chemicals and media required for treatment and communicates order status to relevant staff.
• Responds to water related emergencies.
• May serve as Operator in Responsible Charge.
• Maintains Water Treatment Facility or Water Reclamation Facility and Related Facilities
• Maintains and assists with maintenance of a variety of industrial equipment including pumps, motors, valves, and other mechanical and electrical devices.
• Maintains underground and ground level water storage tanks and related equipment. communicate deficiencies or issues as needed to appropriate plant staff and supervisor.
• Maintains water supply reservoirs, ditches, and related facilities including working in and around open water and use of watercraft.
• May operate heavy equipment including backhoes, wheel loaders, and dump trucks.
• Maintains facilities, including but not limited to, painting, plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, and general housekeeping.
• Makes recommendations on capital maintenance and capital construction projects.
• Monitors Water Quality
• Conducts sampling at source water facilities including reservoirs, ditches, and pipelines; treatment facility; treated water storage tanks; distribution system; and at customer taps.
• Performs and documents laboratory analysis in accordance with state and federal requirements, and City policies, procedures, and standards. Coordinate analysis by independent laboratories as needed.
• Maintains and calibrates various laboratory equipment.
• Prepares reports and recommendations related to water quality and regulatory compliance and transmits results and reports to regulatory agencies as required or needed.
• Responds to customer complaints and inquiries.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

All levels must have:

• State of Colorado Driver's License with a safe driving record.
• State of Colorado Water Treatment Operator Certification.

Please ensure your application is complete and submitted prior to 11: 59 pm on October 19, 2025, to be considered. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process.