Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist

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 work spaces

The pay rate for this position is $40.98 per hour.

The deadline to submit applications is August 31st, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

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.

The Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist performs technically skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and control of complex facilities, equipment, and systems to support the operations of the Water Treatment division.

• Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment, machinery, and systems to determine need for repair
• Leads work crews in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and reuse equipment including water storage tanks, chemical feeders, tanks, pumps, motors, piping systems, valves, and treatment facilities
• Coordinates scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings
• Performs installation of materials, fixtures, equipment, and systems
• Checks equipment for proper operation
• Designs and fabricates equipment parts as necessary
• Monitors and oversees confined space entry by crews
• Maintains inventory of parts and supplies
• Trains subordinate employees as appropriate
• Acts as lead worker
• Mixes and loads chemicals
• Maintains plant security
• Maintains O&M logs and records
• Basic knowledge of the city computer systems
• Performs janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance
• Uses tools such as hand tools, shovel, jack hammer and power tools
• Assist with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties
• Performs other related 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.

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:

Experience:

• 2 years in water or wastewater treatment operation and maintenance experience
• 5 years’ work experience related to technical skilled labor preferred, as listed in the Primary Duties & Responsibilities section

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in water technology or water quality management preferred

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, math, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and pumping structures
• Knowledge of the city computer…