Water Treatment Operator

Overview

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora. We are growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. The City demonstrates its CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity
, Respect, Professionalism
, and Customer Service
, and welcomes all who share these values to apply.

18301 E Quincy Ave, Aurora, Colorado

Water Treatment Operator A

Hiring Salary: $47.01/hour

This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Water Treatment Operator

A. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position.

• Oversee work performed on the assigned shift and ensure treated water quality is at or above State, Federal, and Water Department standards
• Act as Lead worker for operators on the assigned shift
• Monitor raw and treated water flows, adjust flows and pumping rates as needed; mix chemicals
• Conduct quality tests on raw and treated water
• Maintain and calibrate on-line process analyzers
• Perform evaluation of treatment process to ensure optimization; keep records of chemicals used and tests performed
• Develop, monitor, and implement a process control plan for plant operation using manual and computerized systems
• Maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, report, and perform maintenance and repair of plant equipment
• Maintain plant facility and grounds; maintain plant security
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports of plant performance
• Respond to questions, problems, and complaints concerning water quality or service
• Train and instruct staff in plant maintenance and operation activities
• Ensure use of proper safety equipment and procedures
• Ensure cleanliness of assigned areas and proper storage of equipment and supplies
• Perform 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.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Experience required to obtain a Water Treatment Operator A certification as per CDPHE certification requirements

• Associate's Degree in water technology or water quality management preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant
• Knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, mathematics, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and plumbing structures
• Chemical analysis and testing techniques

• Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheet software applications
• Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
• Perform mathematical computations
• Perform chemical, physical, and biological control analyses, corrosion control, and cross-connection control
• Work without close supervision
• Direct the work of other employees
• Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner

• Colorado Water Treatment Plant Operators Class A Certificate
• Colorado driver’s license with a good driving history

• 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

• Medium physical work requiring the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively
• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds
• Frequent walking and standing to monitor control room and treatment plant operations
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and climbing to check system equipment
• Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard and treatment plant controls
• Foot/eye coordination for operation of motor vehicle
• Clear vision to read and interpret written reports and control room gauges
• Speech communications for communication with employees and citizens
• Hearing and listening for instructions and warning signals

• Works primarily indoors in a treatment plant facility with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and fumes; some outdoor work

• Operates treatment plant equipment, computer, and motor vehicles
• This role may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough…