Hydro Power Operator – Onsite Housing, Year‑Round Ops

Denver Water; Parshall (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Water’s Williams Fork Reservoir operates as a hydro-electric dam facility in Grand County. Hydro Operators manage water flows through hydro turbines, valves, and gates, respond to power plant outages, record weather, water, and equipment data, and perform maintenance outdoors year-round in varying conditions.

This on-site position in Parshall, CO, requires safety awareness and the ability to work outdoors in all seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 4 years of related work experience.
• Hydroelectric certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Take and record reservoir elevations, stream flow readings, and weather data.
• Maintain patrol of departmental property and cooperate with local agencies.
• Maintain liaison with visitors and local agencies regarding recreational opportunities at facilities.
• Operate and maintain hydro power plant operations and associated structures.

Skills

Hydro power operations

Safety procedures

Recordkeeping/data entry

Interpersonal relations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer software skills

Job description

Denver Water’s Williams Fork Reservoir operates as a hydro-electric dam facility in Grand County. Hydro Operators manage water flows through hydro turbines, valves, and gates, respond to power plant outages, record weather, water, and equipment data, and perform maintenance outdoors year-round in varying conditions.

This on-site position in Parshall, CO, requires safety awareness and the ability to work outdoors in all seasons.