Data collection Jobs in Aurora, CO

Utility System Technician

Utility System Technician performs semi-skilled labor and equipment operations in the maintenance and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. It is a mandatory requirement of this position to work overtime, take weekend and on-call duty for emergency work such as water main breaks, sewer backups, and after-hours customer service. Must be able to respond within one hour when on call. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Reporting Relationships :

Reports to : Distribution & Collections Supervisors

Direct Reports : None

Duties and Responsibilities :

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Performs maintenance, construction, repair, replacement, and installation of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems in the City's service area.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities of all Utility Systems Technicians (I-IV).
• Maintains and operates the water distribution systems through repair, routine maintenance, installations, sampling, utility locations, and assists in the excavation and repair of water lines and related infrastructure.
• Maintain the wastewater collection system through repair, installation, routine maintenance, cleaning, and inspection tasks.
• Takes a lead role in the field, utilizing years of experience, to assist with the direction of work and provides leadership and instruction to other employees.
• Transfers vast experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities by providing on-the-job training of UST's by coaching, mentoring, monitoring, and training.
• Reads and interprets a variety of maps, plans, construction diagrams, as-built drawings, and survey data to plan and execute fieldwork and projects.
• Calculates main flushing rates, water volumes, disinfection dosages, and pumping rates for the safe, efficient, and effective maintenance, repair, and operation of distribution and collection.
• Performs MUTCD compliant traffic control and safe work zone
• Assists in and performs excavation work around utility lines and other excavation
• Practices trench safety and confined space entry in accordance with regulations.
• Places sheeting, shoring, shielding, and other devices to secure excavations as necessary.
• May move, set, or place infrastructures such as manholes, pipes, valves, hydrants, and other structures and system appurtenances.
• Investigates water breaks, customer complaints, sewer backups, and / or overflow events and provides interpretive information to organize an effective response.
• Notifies customers of the necessity for interruption of water service and other issues.
• Performs cuts, taps, threads pipe, and makes copper, plastic, iron, or other joint
• Assists in the maintenance of the Facility and other property grounds and
• Locates appurtenances such as valves, meters, manholes, and air reliefs using section maps or electronic detectors
• Takes all precautions to protect employees and the public at worksites and to ensure the safety of Englewood's water supply and the environment.
• Replace, repair, and maintain water meters, wells, and
• Safely operates jet trucks, dump trucks, valve machines, vacuum excavators, and other equipment and tools in the performance of daily operations and duties.
• Operates backhoes, track-hoes, mini-excavators, and other excavation equipment with appropriate certification
• Performs tasks requiring basic carpentry, painting, and concrete
• Performs sewer service requests and post-incident investigations, often using a TV truck or other video inspection equipment.
• Determines staging and logistics of collection system smoke and dye test projects to accurately detect and document sources of excess I&I for their scheduled repair.
• Uses tablets, control pads, laptops, and other electronic devices to report and complete work orders and inspections in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and
• Is available for after-hours callouts for emergencies and maintains reliable and regular
• Locates leaks and makes repairs to steel, ductile iron, cast iron, PVC, and copper
• Uses electronic radio detection devices to locate and mark Englewood's underground

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Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

Work is performed primarily outside. Works near moving mechanical parts; exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and various chemicals, some of which may be toxic. The employee is exposed to various conditions including noisy, hot and cold, hazardous conditions, and confined spaces.

Application Deadline :

Open until filled.