Collection & Distribution Operator Trainee

Paycom - ATS; Pueblo West (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the Treatment Plant and distribution systems in Pueblo West, CO. Under supervision, you will assist in operation, maintenance, and repair of water collection and distribution systems, including hydrants, valves, and meters.

Responsibilities include performing tests, installing and repairing components, reading meters, and following SOPs while maintaining safety standards and working in a controlled environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class “R” driver’s license.
• Preferred: Colorado Class “A” CDL with an “N” or “X” endorsement, or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Locates collection and distribution lines.
• Performs repair/replacement of damaged water mains or waterlines.
• Performs repair/replacement of damaged water and wastewater infrastructure per SOPs.
• Operates department equipment (skid steer, loader, backhoe, vac truck).
• Complies with all policies, rules, and laws; emphasizes health and safety.
• Maintains good relations with staff and customers.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Public communication

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Colorado Class R driver's license

Colorado Class A CDL with Tank/HazMat endorsements (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

G Suite

Asset management program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Treatment Plant, Pueblo West, CO - PUEBLO WEST, CO 81007, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Salary Range: $24.29 - $25.40 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Government

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Collection and Distribution Operators, assists in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the collection and distribution systems.

Work involves tests, installs, repairs, and replacement of fire hydrants and water valves. Reads, repairs and replaces meters as required. Duties include performing general collection and distribution maintenance, equipment maintenance and repair. Employee follows instructions closely referring deviations in the work to others. Work is closely controlled due to the nature of the equipment that must be operated in accordance with prescribed procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Locates collection and distribution lines.
• Performs repair and/or replacement of damaged water mains or waterlines.
• Performs repair and/or replacement of damaged water and wastewater infrastructure in accordance with SOPs.
• Operates equipment related to the department, to include skid steer, loader, backhoe, and vac truck.
• All work must be in compliance with applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws.
• Advocates health and safety in the workplace.

Other Duties

• Maintain and promote excellent relations and communications with co-workers, management, and customers.
• Performs related duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Knowledge of principles, practices, materials and equipment used in Collection & Distribution
• Knowledge of the established safety and industry guidelines for the tools, equipment and materials used in Collection and Distribution operations.
• Computer skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and G-suite as well as an asset management program.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices applicable to assigned areas of responsibility; local, state and federal laws and regulations related to assigned functions.

Skills

• Skill in using common tools, equipment and materials of the trade.

Abilities

• Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff.
• Ability to communicate with the public, to speak clearly and concisely.
• Ability to diagnose and repair malfunctions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.)

Required Education/Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class “R” driver’s license.

Preferred Education/Certifications

• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class “A” CDL with an “N” (Tank Vehicles) or “X” (Tanker & Hazardous Materials) endorsement, or the ability to obtain a Colorado Class “A” CDL within the ninety (90) days from date of hire or provisional period (must be able to take driving portion of CDL within 30 days of obtaining permit). License can have no restrictions that would prohibit the operation of District equipment.
• Must obtain and maintain a State Certification for class “1” Collection and a class “1” Distribution within 1 year.
• The Technician will be expected to advance in certifications including, “2’s”, “3’s” and “4’s” in Collection and Distribution throughout employment. The higher the certification achieved the more operational responsibility will be given to the employee.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Regular organizational business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Actual work schedule must be flexible to balance organizational needs outside of normal business schedule. Work is subject to recurring deadlines, interruptions, and being on-call.

Special Requirements

• Must provide own safety footwear.
• Must be available by telephone or other communication device for rotating on-call basis.
• Must abide by current Colorado Regulation Number 100-Water and Wastewater Facility Operators Certification Requirements.
• Must abide by the current Colorado Certified Water Professional Code of Conduct.
• Adapt to changing situations and processes.

Physical Demands

Frequently requires heavy lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, crawling, crouching and climbing, field work requires walking over uneven or rough terrain. Work may require occasional exposure to hazards; exposure to dirt and soil; temperature extremes and unusual environmental conditions. Subject to call back in emergencies. Use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards, hand tools, mechanical tools and devices. Appropriate professional interaction with others and in various sized groups and at various settings.

Unusual Demands

Worker is required to provide assistance during call backs and emergencies, subject to work hazards and unpleasant conditions, occasionally works unusual hours, weekend and holidays, occasional exposure to inclement weather, occasionally required to work beyond normally secluded work hours. Employee may be required to participate in a standby or on call duty as necessary.

This position is a “safety-sensitive” position and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.