Wastewater Utility Technician (Associate) - Entry Level

City of Arvada; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arvada is seeking an entry‑level Utility System Technician – Associate Level (Wastewater) to support the maintenance, inspection and protection of the sanitary and storm sewer network. This outdoor role suits someone who enjoys hands‑on work, operates equipment, and helps maintain the city’s essential infrastructure.

You will perform video inspections, line cleaning, pump operation, map reading, and underground utilities detection while adhering to safety rules and 811 regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain Colorado Class 1 certifications within 1 year.
• Criminal background and driving record checks required.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer systems, including video inspection and cleaning.
• Responds to customer service calls and inspects city mains for proper flow.
• Reads maps and uses equipment to locate underground utilities and points of access.
• Operates equipment such as dump trucks, vacuum units, forklifts, and backhoes.
• Follows safety standards and participates in 24/7 on-call shifts as needed.

Skills

Public Works

Wastewater Systems

Maintenance & Repair

Safety Procedures

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Video Inspection

Pumps & Valves

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Arvada is seeking an entry‑level Utility System Technician – Associate Level (Wastewater) to support the maintenance, inspection and protection of the sanitary and storm sewer network. This outdoor role suits someone who enjoys hands‑on work, operates equipment, and helps maintain the city’s essential infrastructure.

You will perform video inspections, line cleaning, pump operation, map reading, and underground utilities detection while adhering to safety rules and 811 regulations.