Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist Senior

JOB LOCATION 11405 E 30th Ave Aurora, Colorado 80010-1542 Cit y  of Aurora ,  Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:   Integrity ,   Respect, Professionalism , and   Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Salary to be commensurate with experience The hiring range for this position is $32.79 - $40.98 per hour The deadline to submit applications is July 25, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT   Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.   The Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist Senior performs technically skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and control of complex facilities, equipment, and systems to support the operations of the Water Treatment division.      Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment, machinery, and systems to determine need for repair  Leads work crews in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, and reuse equipment including water storage tanks, chemical feeders, tanks, pumps, motors, piping systems, valves, and treatment facilities  Coordinates scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings  Performs installation of materials, fixtures, equipment, and systems  Checks equipment for proper operation  Designs and fabricates equipment parts as necessary   Monitors and oversees confined space entry by crews  Maintains inventory of parts and supplies   Trains subordinate employees as appropriate   Acts as lead worker  Mixes and loads chemicals  Maintains plant security  Maintains O&M logs and records  Basic knowledge of the city computer systems  Performs janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance  Uses tools such as hand tools, shovel, jack hammer and power tools  Assist with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties  Performs other related duties as assigned  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: Experience: 2 years in water or wastewater treatment operation and maintenance experience  5 years’ work experience related to technical skilled labor preferred, as listed in the Primary Duties & Responsibilities section  Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree in water technology or water quality management preferred  Knowledge:  Knowledge of chemistry, biology, math, and hydrology; pumps, valves, motors, filters, backflow prevention devices, piping, and pumping structures  Knowledge of the city computer systems  Knowledge of servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical principles.  Knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant  Knowledge of personal computers and related software.    Skills:    Skilled in the use of hand tools.  Strong interpersonal skills  Skilled in the use of windows-based programs  Attention to detail  Abilities:    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management, and citizens  Ability to handle sensitive situations with tack and diplomacy  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing  Ability to effectively direct a diverse workforce  Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner  Ability to perform mathematical calculations  Ability to perform chemical analyses  Ability to understand oral and written instructions  Ability to instruct and train other employees  Ability to read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals, and specifications   Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment  Ability to take part in Aurora Water’s Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team  Licenses and Certifications Required:    Colorado Driver's license with a good driving history  Colorado Water or Wastewater Treatment C Certification o