Water Dist. Assoc. Tech - Emergency Services

Denver Water; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Denver Water in Colorado is hiring Water Distribution Associate Technicians – Emergency Services to support day and swing shifts. Under supervision, you will operate valves, respond to leaks, perform water-quality related tasks, and maintain distribution assets.

The role involves after-hours coverage, outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and strict safety compliance while coordinating with multiple teams across the distribution network.

Responsibilities

• Act as first responders to investigate reported leaks and issue leak notices.
• Operate valves and hydrants; perform fire flow tests as required.
• Maintain distribution assets including flushing, valve exercising, and calibration tasks.
• Inspect facilities at pump stations and job sites.
• Assist other Water Distribution workgroups (System Operations, Utility Locating, TD Construction).
• Conduct water quality sampling and analyses to monitor distribution quality.
• Monitor SCADA and investigate pressure issues in the system.
• Provide after-hours coverage for Customer Service Field tasks and billing inquiries.

Job description

Working for Denver Water offers a rewarding and comprehensive employment experience marked by exceptional benefits and a strong organizational culture. Employees enjoy a robust 401(k) plan with employer contributions, a secure pension fund to support long-term financial well-being, and high-quality benefits that include a generous PTO package as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage.

At the heart of Denver Water’s workplace are its core values: vision, integrity, passion, excellence, and respect. These principles guide every aspect of the organization, fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the community and the future of water sustainability.

We are currently hiring for three Water Distribution Associate Techs - Emergency Services for day and swing shift. Applicants must be comfortable working either schedule.

Under direct supervision, Water Distribution Associate Technician performs field activities related to the operation and maintenance of the distribution system. Responds to emergency-related tasks that occur throughout the distribution system. Operates distribution and transmission valves and isolates water mains for both internal and external customers. Conducts water quality investigations for individual customers with water quality issues. Performs inspection and maintenance on distribution assets including tasks such as flushing, valve exercising, pressure regulating valve calibration, etc.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Act as first responders to investigate reported leaks. Determine responsibility for leak repairs and make appropriate notifications. Issue leak notices. Generate work orders to initiate repairs.
• Operate valves and hydrants. Perform fire flow tests as required.
• Perform maintenance on distribution assets including tasks such as flushing, valve exercising, pressure regulating valve calibration, etc.
• Perform facility inspections at pump stations, decentralization stations, and job sites.
• Provide assistance to other Water Distribution workgroups such as System Operations, Utility Locating, T&D Construction and Maintenance.
• Perform activities such as unidirectional flushing, sampling, and analyses to monitor, maintain, and improve water quality in the distribution system. Ensure compliance with applicable discharge permits.
• Monitor SCADA and investigate pressure problems within the distribution system. Perform valve surveys.
• Under direct supervision, perform complex shutouts at pump stations and of transmission and distribution systems associated with capital construction projects. Perform dewatering, disinfection, dechlorination, and flushing operations.
• Under direct supervision, perform leak detection services.
• Provide after-hours coverage for Customer Service Field related to service turn-ons and turn-offs, meter issues, and billing inquiries.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Departmental safety standards and policies.
• May be required to perform on-call duty, work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform safety-sensitive functions.
• Perform related work as required.