Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist Senior

JOB LOCATION

City 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 or ability to obtain.
• Colorado Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection I or ability to obtain.

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Essential Personnel:  

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. 

Physical Demands: 

• Moderate to heavy physical work  
• Ability to move no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time. 
• Continuous walking and standing. 
• Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing. 
• Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehicles. 
• Clear vision to read and interpret reports, other written documents, process and equipment gauges, and alarms. 
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens. 
• Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals. 

Work Environment: 

• Works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, and fumes. 
• Works in and around chemical feed areas with exposure to hazardous chemicals while wearing appropriate PPE. 
• Some work may be performed in confined spaces with exposure to raw sewage; will be exposed to low and medium electrical voltage. 
• Participate in the city's snow removal program.  

Equipment Used: 

• Operates equipment and vehicles common to utilities maintenance functions. 
• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. 

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.