Water Systems Operator; Entry, Journey and Senior Levels

Water Systems Operator (Entry, Journey and Senior Levels)

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Job Summary: The Water Systems Operator performs installation, maintenance and repair on water distribution and wastewater collection facilities and operates a variety of heavy equipment, specialized equipment and other department-related equipment. We are hiring for all levels of operators. The salary range for this position is dependent on qualifications and experience.
This position will remain open until filled.

The hiring range for an Entry level Water Systems Operator is $23.11 - $31.20, with a salary range of $23.11 - $27.16.

The hiring range of a Journey Water Systems Operator is $27.88 - $39.04, with a salary range of $27.88 to $33.46.

The hiring range of a Senior Water Systems Operator is $31.23 - $43.72, with a salary range of $31.23 to $37.48.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

Loveland Water Division has multiple openings for entry level and experienced water systems operators. Water operators ensure reliable, clean, and safe drinking water to Loveland's 80,000 residents by operating a variety of equipment to maintain our underground water network. This is an opportunity to learn all aspects of the water and wastewater industry in a consistent and in-demand career field. There are multiple opportunities for advancement with additional certifications and years of experience.

CDL and on-the-job training offered to operate all equipment including excavators, loaders, tandem axel vehicles, and Jet vac trucks. Employees can expect consistent and regular hours with additional overtime opportunity during weather events. Water operators experience a new challenge each day and work together in a highly team‑orientated environment to maintain the City of Loveland’s 482 miles of water pipe, 377 miles of sewer line, 3,362 fire hydrants, and 11,000+ water valves.

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Essential Functions:

• Uses proper safety apparel, procedures and equipment per city standards. Ability to work safely in very high traffic areas.
• Learns to operate and maintain equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, front‑end loader, excavator and other applicable equipment.
• Maintains assigned equipment to specifications, i.e., uses correct fuel, checks gauges, fluid levels, and makes sure equipment is clean both inside and out.
• Subject to call‑back work and must be capable of responding to an emergency situation upon short notice.
• Maintains accurate records such as daily reports, work order service requests and map revisions within 6 months of hire.
• Ensures truck is stocked with necessary materials and tools, and all equipment is ready for the next job within 6 months of hire.
• Assists with various repairs and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs or replaces water distribution and wastewater collection systems, lines, fire hydrants, water valves, wastewater manholes, water services, etc.
• Operates and maintains equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, front‑end loader, excavator, jet truck, valve exerciser and other applicable equipment.
• Provides customer service by answering questions, providing information and referrals, and resolving complaints and problems.
• Performs leak detection surveys of water distribution system to identify accurate location of water leaks within 6 months of hire.
• Performs emergency locates as needed within 6 months of hire.
• All Entry level essential job functions:
• Uses proper safety apparel, procedures and equipment per city standards. Ability to work safely in very high traffic areas.
• Subject to call‑back work and must be capable of responding to an emergency situation upon short notice.
• Maintains accurate records such as daily reports, work order service requests and map revisions.
• Ensures truck is stocked with necessary materials and tools, and all equipment is ready for the next job.
• Assists with various repairs and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.