Water Treatment Plant OperatorColorado Springs Utilities is hiring one Water Treatment Plant Operator to oversee and ensure the safe operation of our Pine Valley and McCullough Water Treatment Plants. Our Water Treatment Plant Operators handle non-routine equipment and process control problems in our plants, and have the opportunity to perform special projects and assist our Water Treatment Operations Supervisors in emergencies related to plant performance, operations, and safety. If you are passionate about impacting our communitys continued access to safe and clean drinking water, this may be the opportunity for you!
Please note that these positions will be filled at one of the following four levels depending upon the qualifications and certification level of the successful candidate:
Treatment Plant Operator-A ($44.12/hr. to $46.33/hr.)
Treatment Plant Operator-B ($38.13/hr. to $40.03/hr.)
Treatment Plant Operator-C ($34.55/hr. to $36.29/hr.)
Treatment Plant Operator-D ($31.34/hr. to $32.91/hr.)
What Will You Be Doing?
Operating a water treatment plant while complying with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Controlling, understanding, monitoring, and changing plant operation processes for conventional water treatment processes
Accurate data acquisition and maintaining records of the daily treatment operations
Troubleshooting routine, non-routine, and complex treatment processes, water quality issues, or equipment problems
Performing equipment maintenance and calibrating and maintaining all process instrumentation
Performing sampling and testing on plant processes and interpreting results
Completing and accurately filing regulatory reports and pertinent legal documents
Writing training documents and standard operating procedures for new operational procedures and/or equipment
Inventorying and ordering treatment chemicals, and mixing chemicals to proper concentrations
Adhering to, understanding, and reviewing the EPA Risk Management Program, chlorine system safety, discharge permits, and all other environmental procedures
Who You Are:
Possession of a Class A, B, C, or D Colorado Water Treatment Operator Certification
At minimum, the ability to obtain a Class D Certification within six months of hire, and demonstrate the ability and desire to advance through the State Operator Certification Program
Knowledge of or experience working in water operations or a related field is valued
Completion of an academic or technical program in water environment technologies is valued
Basic knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydraulics, mathematics, and/or mechanical concepts and principles is valued
Knowledge of and experience with process instrumentation, SCADA process controls, and trending of treatment processes is valued
Additional Considerations and Expectations:
While in training (approximately six months), you will be working four-day shifts and will transition to your designated operator schedule once training is complete.
As the designated shift operator, you will be expected to work day shifts, night shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
Coverage for the night shift may be required based on business needs; night shift is eligible for shift differential pay.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
Who We Are:
Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in the sixth most desired place to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We dont just say people are important - we prove it! That's why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
Vacation - Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave -3 days per year
Paid Holidays -12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave - 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy - Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness - Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If youre enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness