Water Supply Technician

Salary Range:     $25.53 - $34.47 Hourly 

 Hiring Ranges:   $25.53 - $31.70 Hourly 

 

Job Summary:

To safely operate and maintain the City of Greeley’s raw water assets including reservoirs, ditches, and ponds as well as city equipment and other properties.  The holder of this position may be required to live as an onsite caretaker for the operation of Milton Seaman Reservoir in a City-owned house.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:


* Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures.


* Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.


* Ability to apply sound judgment and make decisions with little supervision.


* Proficient in operating a variety of equipment and tools.


* Understanding of state rules and regulations related to dam safety and water administration.


* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.


* Ability to work independently or as part of a team.


* Proficiency in reading and interpreting maps and blueprints.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience 


* High School diploma or equivalent.


* One (1) - two (2) years of automotive or equipment maintenance experience, or equivalent combination of related experience and education.


* Specialized training or completion of certification program in a related field desired.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications 


* Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class ‘R’ Colorado driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. 


* Possess a Class A CDL with Air Brake or have the ability to obtain it within 120 days. 

Safety Sensitive Requirements 


* This is a safety-sensitive job where an employee’s direct action/inaction may lead to immediate harm to self, team, or the public.  To promote safety, employees in this job must possess English proficiency adequate to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers, including proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

PREFERRED:


* Experience operating and maintaining raw water systems such as irrigation ditches, reservoirs, and headgates.


* Trade skills including concrete work, carpentry, chemical weed spraying, and welding.


* Minimum of one year's experience performing heavy equipment operation duties.


* Basic understanding of water watershed.

Essential Functions:


* Answer questions from the public regarding City presence in high country, watershed, and reservoir areas.


* Repair and maintain weirs, gates, and measurement devices.


* Perform preventive maintenance on equipment including tractor trailers, pickups, snowmobiles, and small gas-powered equipment.


* Monitor high mountain reservoirs to ensure accurate calculation of water balances and compliance with regulations.


* Perform dam inspections for public safety.


* Track water rights stored in reservoirs and perform daily monitoring.


* Operate and maintain equipment including loaders, ba...