Utility Worker II – Wastewater Management Division

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life-long pension

457B Retirement Plan

PTO and holidays

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

City and County of Denver seeks a Utility Worker II to perform a range of construction, maintenance, and repair tasks across the city's sanitary and storm systems. You will assist operators, manage safety around traffic, and participate in snow removal, with emphasis on proper safety and teamwork.

The role requires ability to lift and move heavy items, operate tools, and work outdoors in varied weather. A CDL is preferred but not required, and on-the-job training is provided to advance within

Qualifications

• CDL Permit or CDL B preferred but not required.
• One year of unskilled labor experience.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather and road environments.
• Ability to follow safety protocols around heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and light-to-heavy physical labor on construction, maintenance, and repair projects for sanitary and storm structures.
• Assist equipment operators with pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Work in and around traffic and set up traffic control devices.
• Assist with sanitary jetting and entering manholes with proper training.
• Support Vac Trucks activities, including pulling grates and removing debris.
• Place and remove barricades, cones, and other safety devices.
• Participate in snow removal to keep city services functioning.

Skills

CDL Permit

Safety minded

Operating equipment

Work outdoors

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

About Our JobWith competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.What We OfferThe City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $22.53-25.50/hour, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateLocation & ScheduleIn this position, you can expect to report to the Denver Wastewater Building at 2000 W. 3rd Ave., Denver, CO 80221, and work in the field throughout the City and County of Denver. The schedule will be Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.Who We Are & What You’ll DoThe Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.Wastewater Management oversees all aspects of wastewater functions, including the construction, operation, and maintenance of the City’s sanitary and storm systems, as well as administrative functions such as implementing policies, establishing cost controls and setting fees to maintain a revenue base sufficient to support operational requirements and capital improvements program, and responding to customer inquiries regarding sewage and storm drainage service charges.The Wastewater Management Division at DOTI is seeking Utility Worker II’s to join our team and support essential city services.Specifically as a Utility Worker II you will:Perform semi-skilled and light to heavy physical labor on a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair projects on new and existing sanitary and storm structures.Assist equipment operators with pre and post trip inspectionsWork in and around trafficAssist with sanitary jetting which includes lifting and pulling open manholes (100-120lbs). And entering manholes with proper trainingAssist with Vac Trucks which includes pulling grates (~220lbs) from inlets and removing debris.Place and remove barricades, cones, and other traffic control and safety devices in and around work areas for construction and maintenance projects in accordance with traffic regulation requirementParticipate in the snow removalWhat You’ll BringOur ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:CDL Permit or CDL B, preferred but not requiredSafety mindedKnowledge of operating equipment and the use of small to medium hand tools.Willingness to work in inclement weather, road environments, dust, fumes, etc.Desire to follow a career path and promote to other positions within the department, such as Equipment Operator I, Equipment Operator II, etc. (We provide on the job training!)Required Minimum QualificationsEducation requirement: NoneExperience Requirement: One (1) year of experience performing unskilled labor work.Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement.License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English:Converse with the general publicUnderstand highway traffic signs and signalsRespond to official inquiriesMake entries on reports and recordsApplication DeadlineThis position is expected to stay open until Sunday, September 20, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than September 20 at 11:59 PM to ensure consideration.About Everything ElseJob ProfileCJ2041 Utility Worker IITo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.Position TypeUnlimitedPosition Salary Range$22.53 - $33.80Target Pay$22.53-25.50/hour, based on experience and educationAgencyDept of Transportation & InfrastructureRedeployment during Citywide EmergenciesCity and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact [e-mail] with three business days’ notice.Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.