Water Distribution System Operator

Overview

Water Distribution System Operator

Job Type:
Skilled Trades & Craft

Pay Range: $44.12 to $46.33

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted: 1/12/26

Applications are being accepted through: 1/19/26

Note:

If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

We are seeking a Water Distribution System Operator to perform a wide variety of skilled activities related to operating, inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems and equipment that support the reliability and performance of our potable, non-potable, and raw water distribution systems. This work is essential to the successful transmission of water to over 500,000 people in the Colorado Springs community.

Starting rate of pay is set at $44.12/hour
, followed by an increase to $46.33/hour after completion of the probationary period (typically 6 months).

• Maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting water systems and pipelines
• Operating and maintaining gravity and high-pressure pipelines
• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance of pressure-reducing and pressure-relief valves
• Troubleshooting, analyzing, and correcting pressure zone irregularities
• Inspecting and maintaining water tanks
• Coordinating water system outages
• Shutting down and isolating water distribution and transmission mains
• Responding to customer issues regarding water flow and pressure
• Performing fire hydrant flow testing; inspection, maintenance, and repair of water, air, and vacuum valves; and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of water pump station equipment
• Researching, identifying, and ordering spare or replacement parts for pumping equipment system components
• Provide operational readiness and support of infrastructure and services by participating in a week-long on-call rotation every nine weeks (subject to change)

• Relevant and progressively responsible experience in the operations and maintenance of water distribution or collection systems
• Level 1 State Water Distribution Certification is highly valued; ability to obtain a Level 4 Colorado State Water Distribution Certification within four years of hire
• Possession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license is required
• Class A CDL Required (or obtained within 1 year of hire)
• Manual transmission endorsement valued

• In-depth understanding of and experience with water distribution/collection systems, including Raw Water, Potable Water, & Non-potable Water Systems
• Water distribution/collection systems troubleshooting techniques, maintenance, and repair skills
• Water distribution/collection systems operations skills
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills
• Strong planning and work prioritization skills
• Ability to provide technical guidance to personnel and contractors
• Knowledge of pump operations and understanding of pump curves, efficiencies, and technology
• Ability to read and understand maps, construction drawings, specifications, and as-builds
• Knowledge of and commitment to safety practices and processes

• Exerts 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements exceed those for Medium Work.
• Positions require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions; exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

• One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
• A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
• Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements

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