Water Supply Operator; Seasonal

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Water Supply Operator (Seasonal) (Hourly)

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8311

Water Production

MICHIGAN DITCH BUNK/COOK HOUSE

Variable Hourly View Hourly Benefit Highlights

Part-Time Hourly

Non-Exempt

$18.00 - 22.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)

Final date to receive applications is 3:00 p.m. MT on 2/28/2026
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Post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required
.(Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

Work related to the construction, maintenance, inspection and/or repair of infrastructure including equipment operation and/or maintenance in the field for equipment specific to water supply. This job requires the ability to work at about 10,000 feet near Cameron Pass and spend several nights per week in the Michigan Ditch Cabins.

• Controls, monitors, and records reservoir levels, dam conditions, and the diversion of water through the water supply system. Takes samples and measurements, and estimates flows in the water system.
• Ensures the Michigan Ditch water supply system remains operational.
• Directs and participates in high-depth snow removal.
• Participates in construction and maintenance work on various structures and improvements on the water supply system and at the water treatment facilities.
• Ensures that the City's Water Resource Engineer and the Water Resource and Planning Manager receive daily reports on reservoir readings, ditch readings, weather conditions, and river conditions.
• Verifies, finalizes, and conducts water releases according to plans prepared by the City's Water Resource Engineer and the Water Resource and Planning Manager.
• Responds to hazardous material spills in or near raw water supplies in accordance with Colorado Haz Mat standards.
• Participates in general building maintenance activities such as painting, cleaning, plumbing, carpentry, and welding.
• Participates in the maintenance of the Water treatment Facility site including mowing, sprinkler repair and maintenance, weed control.
• Participates in the maintenance of water storage tanks and the processing and hauling of water treatment solids residuals.
• Required to stay overnight on the Michigan Ditch during summer months.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description is a living document and may not be all-inclusive. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Employees must be able to perform the essential duties of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This position requires regular attendance at the workplace.

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• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

• Ability to use spreadsheet and word…