Position Purpose

No experience required:This is the entry-level position in a series of Utility Technicians. Completes maintenance of the water transmission and distribution system and operates maintenance and construction equipment a the Associate (entry), Journey (mid), and Senior level.

2024 Salary Range/ Career Advancement: Associate Level $47,402 - $64,816 Journey Level $52,256 - $71,453 Senior Level $57,608- $78,769 The City of Arvada promotes Equal Pay for Equal Work. Starting salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. The range listed in the header is the entire range for Associate level and typical placement upon hire is entry to mid-range.

The City of Arvada is looking for dependable, team-oriented, self-motivated, hardworking individuals to assist in the operation and maintenance of our water distribution system. Experience is a plus but not a requirement. This position comes with opportunities for self-promotion and career advancement, great benefits, and job security. This is a career that will allow you to work outdoors and utilize your mind as well as your body. Learn what it takes to operate and maintain a potable water distribution system. Let the City of Arvada assist you in acquiring State of Colorado Water Distribution and/or Wastewater Collection Operator Certifications and a class A Commercial Driver's License. Work a regular schedule (day shifts--Monday through Friday) and take advantage of on-call and overtime opportunities to earn more. If you have previous experience or if you already have water/wastewater certifications or if you currently hold a commercial driver's license; your starting pay would reflect this. Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs maintenance of the water system infrastructure including but not limited to such programs as main failure repairs, valve rotation, service line maintenance, fire hydrant cleaning, painting and maintenance, water main flushing, utility locations, air-vacuum valve maintenance, water meter and transponder installation, meter pit repairs, vault repairs, irrigation ditch maintenance, all excavation repairs and maintenance of the wat

Utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responds to customer service calls on the system, including water pressure, out of water, main failure, water quality and other like problems and meets with customers.

Operates, inspects and maintains assigned equipment, including but not limited to: tandem axle dump truck with trailer, small portable vacuum unit, forklift, jackhammer, metal detector, paint sprayer, air tester, air blower, front-end loader, large portable vacuum machine, backhoe, valve rotation machine, concrete cutting saw, portable hoist, power washer, hydraulic tamper, hydraulic hand tools, service line freeze kit a

Informs utility supervisor, utility foreman, or senior utility system technician of repair needs.

Performs shop and yard maintenance.

Responds to emergency situations, whether in the regular workday or after hours.

Carries a cell phone for response to after-hour emergency calls to assist customers as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Must be able to accept and work scheduled shifts for snow removal and rotating on-call shifts that are 24/7 and 365 days a year for emergencies such as water main break and sewer breaks.

Completes required training units to maintain State of Colorado certification and to meet City of Arvada policies.

Demonstrates a respectful attitude towards customers and coworkers that promotes teamwork, open communication, and effective customer service.

Acts with the customer in mind, responds to requests promptly and provides effective services or solutions for customers.

Exercises appropriate level of initiative and judgment to make decisions ithin the scope of assigned authority.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of public works and of water transmission and distribution systems construction, operation and maintenance.

Knowledge of the use of equipment used to maintain water distribution systems.

Knowledge of computer hardware and software to maintain a records system.

Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge of flagging, signing and coning, possession of flagging certification.

Knowledge, skills and ability to obtain and maintain required licenses and