Water Utility Worker - Pumping

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Well-being programs

Retirement pension plan

Job summary

City of Aurora in Aurora, Colorado is seeking an entry-level maintenance worker to support pump stations, tanks, and related water infrastructure. The role involves manual labor, adherence to safety practices, and the ability to operate hand and power tools.

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $22.01–$27.51 per hour. The city offers a competitive compensation package and benefits as part of its public-sector workforce.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1 year manual labor experience.
• Knowledge: Basic safety practices and hazard awareness.
• Abilities: Ability to operate or receive training on tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance at pump/lift stations and related infrastructure.
• Respond to pump station emergencies and standby duties with 45 minute response time.
• Participate in snow removal and related duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Safety awareness

Manual labor capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand & power tools

Job description

JOB LOCATION Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience The hiring range for this position is $22.01 - $27.51/hour

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

Performs manual labor duties in the operation, maintenance and repair of pump/lift stations and tanks/fore bays operating in the raw, potable, reuse and irrigation water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems and wet wells.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair activities at pump/lift stations, including pump rebuilds, motor removal/installation, check valve rebuilds and related infrastructure including tanks, forebays and wet wells
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Responds to pump station and lift station emergencies
• Participates in mandatory Standby Duty with a 45 minute response time
• Performs snow removal activities
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: 1-year manual labor experience
• Knowledge: Understanding of hazards and common safety practices
• Knowledge: Understanding of hand tools and their uses
• Skills: Skilled in the safe use of hand and power tools
• Abilities: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and contractors/vendors
• Abilities: Ability to understand oral and written instructions
• Abilities: Ability to operate or receive training on various types of tools and equipment
• Abilities: Effective use of computers and electronic devices
• Abilities: Ability to recognize hazards
• Licenses and Certifications Required: State issued driver license
• Licenses and Certifications Required: Ability to obtain with in first 6 months Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL:

Essential Personnel: This position is considered essential so when a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Medium lifting not more than 50 pounds at a time and infrequent heavy lifting of not more than 100 pounds
• Frequent lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping/crouching and climbing ladders
• Continuous hand/eye coordination for operation of power tools, vehicles and equipment
• Speech to maintain communication with employees and contractors/vendors
• Vision to read manuals, gauges and test equipment
• Hearing for instruction, troubleshooting and warning signals

Work Environment:

• Works both indoors/outdoors in all-weather conditions, with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, insects and wildlife
• Occasional work in confined spaces
• Works in close proximity of low, medium and high voltage equipment
• Works in close proximity of raw sewage
• Works in close proximity of overhead cranes

Equipment Used:

• Operates a variety of hand & power tools and equipment common to maintenance and repair activities
• Uses computer and electronic devices for email and data input
• Operates a motor vehicle, tandem axle dump truck, 1ton box tool truck
• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tablet, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora? Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid leave program 100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs Continued education and career advancement opportunities Learn more about city of Aurora benefits.

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If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303.739.7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012.