Water Distribution Operator (I-IV)

*Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available*

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.The application must be filled out completely; stating"see resume"anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, and holidays.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Water Distribution Operator (I - IV based upon experience)
Department: Utilities - Water
Classification: Non-Exempt

Water Distribution Operator I: Hiring Range (hourly): $23.35- $26.27 Salary Range hourly): $23.35 - $35.03
Water Distribution Operator II: Hiring Range (hourly): $27.74 - $31.21 Salary Range (hourly): $27.74 - $41.62
Water Distribution Operator III: Hiring Range (hourly): $32.96 - $37.08 Salary Range (hourly): $32.96 - $49.44
Water Distribution Operator IV: Hiring Range (hourly): $35.92 - $40.42 Salary Range (hourly): $35.92 - $53.89

Licensure Certification Incentives: Staff who successfully obtain water distribution operator certifications are eligible for the following raises indicated below. If staff are at the top of range for their position, then the equivalent salary increase will be paid as a one-time bonus.
* Water Distribution Operator I: 3%
* Water Distribution Operator II: 4%
* Water Distribution Operator III: 6%
* Water Distribution Operator IV: 8%
Position Summary: Assists with the operation, maintenance, and repair functions of the city's water distribution system consistent with the organization's values and mission statement.
Supervision Exercised and Received: Positions work under the general supervision of the Water Distribution Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions:
Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance
* Assists with installation, operations and maintenance activities on water distribution systems, pump stations, storage tanks, hydroelectric plants and water treatment plants and other system appurtenances as assigned in coordination with the Water Distribution Supervisor. Performs assigned line locates and related activities.
* Operates backhoes, end loaders, mini crane, and skid steer as required.
* Prepares scaled field drawings as assigned on water mains, service lines, water valve locations and other system appurtenances.
* Prepares routine reports on work activities. Updates computer maintenance reports on work activities as assigned.
* Performs routine maintenance work related to water department equipment, vehicles, and facilities. Maintains water department property, including in and around water infrastructure sites, in a neat orderly manner.
Utilities Service
* Assists with the response to water main failure, planned outages, pump station and storage tank operations, and general water distribution projects. May assist with the observation of newly constructed water service lines and water meter installations. May assist in plans and permit review for water distribution infrastructure and projects.
Additional Responsibility
* Operator duties increase with level of experience and certification. Please see individual job descriptions for increased responsibilities.
City Organizational Values
* Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.

Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities:
* Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments. Adheres to and champions the Utilities Department Customer Service Standards.
* Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
* Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
* Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.
* Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
* Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
* Technology: Demonstrates technological skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.
* Water Systems: Knowledge of technical and operational characteristics of water systems, including the operating principles of valves, pumps, motors, storage tanks, pressure zones, pump stations, and various types of electrical and electronic equipment used in water systems.
* Equipment Operation: Knowledge of proper operating procedures for heavy and large equipment, such as backhoes, front end loaders, and skid steers.
* Maintenance: Knowledge of machines, heavy equipment, safety regulations, and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; able to perform satisfactory maintenance and repairs as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:
Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience: One year of experience in water, construction, or related field.
Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (Email). Must have a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.
Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. Must possess the State of Colorado Class I Certification in Water Distribution Operations or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of start date. Completion of all chemically related hazard training including Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response 40 hour certification, the ability to obtain certificate of completion for confined space entry and trenching and shoring outlined by OSHA, and the ability to obtain CIRSA traffic flagging certification are all required
NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined
Preferred Candidate: Colorado Distribution I license or equivalent. Familiarity with line locating
NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check and Physical/Drug Test upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check and Physical/Drug Test.

Position Type and Work Hours:
* Regular full time, hours may vary with workload.
* Evening/weekend work may be required in addition to or instead of normal hours.
* Special Events: May be requested to work additional hours in support of Utilities Department.
* On-Call: Required to perform on-call duty and must be immediately available for 24-hour alarm response on a rotating schedule. Such activities include but are not limited to water main repair and customer service requests. A non-exempt employee assigned to standby duty shall be compensated for the off-duty assignment at a rate of one-hour regular pay for every weekday duty and two hours regular pay for every weekend duty over and above the normal work week hours.

Work Environment:
* Indoors: Industrial water treatment plant and distribution offices.
* Outdoors/Off-Site: Performs site visits to construction sites, attends meetings, and conferences.

Physical Demands:
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.
Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Carrying: transporting or moving an object.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees
Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 10 pounds from one level to another.
Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.