Water Maintenance Technician II

• Location 9950 PARK AVE,Firestone, CO, ,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT

One position to fill:
Water Maintenance Technician I, II or III . Please compare and apply to the applicable Water Maintenance Technician I, II or III posting depending on your qualifications.

Hiring Range: $27.57 - $34.01 hourly

Salary Range: $27.57 - $37.22 hourly

Summary
The Water Maintenance Technician II performs semi-skilled to skilled work related to the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of municipal water distribution infrastructure. This role requires demonstrated technical proficiency and is typically filled through internal promotion from Technician I, or by candidates with direct related industry experience. Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Foreman.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
The following duties are representative of the work performed in this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Perform monthly water shut-offs.
• Install, replace, and maintain water meters.
• Conduct system pressure checks; identify, locate, and repair water leaks within the distribution system.
• Perform the annual fire hydrant flushing program, including associated maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct valve exercising programs and complete repairs as needed.
• Perform utility locates for water mains, service lines, meters, valves, and Town-owned fiber optic infrastructure.
• Assist with repairs of water main and service line breaks as directed.
• Assist with the collection of water samples in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support inspections related to certifications of occupancy.
• Operate a variety of light and heavy equipment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Perform routine pre- and post-operation safety inspections; conduct minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment; maintain accurate inspection and maintenance records.
• Promote a culture of safety by adhering to all Town and Department safety policies and procedures.
• Perform duties requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including work in confined spaces requiring ventilation to mitigate exposure to hazardous gases or fumes.
• Enter, update, and complete work orders in the Town's work order management system.
• Accurately enter and interpret data within asset management systems, including processing service orders and utility billing requests.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints as directed by the Water Foreman, maintaining professionalism and effective communication.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Town staff and the public.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of Level I Technicians as directed by the Foreman.
• Assist the Streets Division with snow removal operations during winter months.
• Participate in the set-up and tear-down of Town events and festivals as assigned.
• Work a rotating on-call schedule, providing after-hours, weekend, and holiday support to multiple divisions as needed.
• May be required to work overtime, varied shifts, weekends, and during emergency situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:

• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
• Strong problem-solving skills that include the ability to analyze and resolve a variety of issues and recognize when to elevate
• Ability to complete daily operations in a competent and safe manner, and perform a wide range of strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment
• Ability to establish…