Maintenance Technician/Water Systems Technician I-IV Wastewater Collections

Maintenance Tech I:                            $19.57 - $25.48 Hourly           

Hiring Range:                                       $19.57 - $22.55 Hourly

Water Systems Tech I:                        $21.54 - $28.03 Hourly           

Hiring Range:                                       $21.54 - $24.81 Hourly

Water Systems Tech II:                        $23.70 - $30.82 Hourly           

Hiring Range:                                       $23.70 - $27.31 Hourly

Water Systems Tech III:                      $25.53 - $34.47 Hourly           

Hiring Range:                                       $25.53 - $30.05 Hourly 

Water Systems Tech IV:                       $28.13 - $37.98 Hourly           

Hiring Range:                                       $28.13 - $33.08 Hourly

*The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors. 

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

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The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages.  This package includes health and wellness, retirement savings, discounted access to Greeley facilities and more. 

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

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Job Summary

The City of Greeley is seeking a Maintenance Technician or Water Systems Technician l – IV to join the Wastewater Collections team in the Water and Sewer Department.  The Technician will report to the Crew Supervisor I - Wastewater Collections and will assist in the routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines and other related equipment and facilities. The Maintenance Technician will inspect and perform necessary repairs and perform preventive maintenance necessary to maintain sanitary sewer lines.  The position requires field work involving working in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment. Specific tasks may involve operating various equipment, keeping logs on corrections, ordering, and installing replacement parts, etc. Stand-by duty for emergency call-in is rotated among division employees. 

Experience, Education, and Skills

Minimum Requirements

All Levels:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required for licensure in the State of Colorado)

• Basic understanding and knowledge of working with methods, materials and equipment used in utility maintenance work (e.g., metal detectors, measuring instruments, pick, shovels, probe rods, dump trucks, and heavy equipment, etc.).

• Must be available and able to commit to being on-call as part of a rotational schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Must be willing to respond to after-hour emergencies within 45 minutes, even if not on call.

Additional Qualifications:

Maintenance Technician:

• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire.

Water System Technician I:

• One (1) month of related experience.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Wastewater Collection System Operator 1 Certification.

Water Systems Technician II:

• Two (2) years of related experience.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Wastewater Collection System Operator 2 Certification.

Water Systems Technician III:

• Three (3) years of related experience.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Wastewater Collection System Operator 3 Certification.

Water Systems Technician IV:

• Four (4) years of related experience.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Wastewater Collection System Operator 4 Certification.

OR 

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND 

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Prior water, sewer, or streets maintenance related experience preferred.
• Prior mechanical experience is preferred.
• Prior experience and comfortability working in a heavy traffic environment preferred.
• Flagger or Traffic Control certification.
• Confined Space Entry training or certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of confined space entry, traffic control, trench safety, and other utility safety procedures.

• Knowledge of water system construction, repair, and preventive maintenance practices.

• Ability to read and interpret maps, electrical schematics, and technical drawings.

• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.

• Ability to respond to water system emergencies and participate in on-call rotations

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond to emergencies.

• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.

• Skill in operating maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.

• Basic computer skills for work order systems, email, and documentation.

• Recordkeeping and documentation skills, including use of utility work order systems.

• Time management skills to complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude while working with staff and the public.

• Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Microsoft Teams and Outlook, etc.), CityWorks or similar program, and the ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.

Travel

• Category B-Regular Local/Field Based Travel: This position requires regular travel within the County and nearby cities. Employees frequently travel to field sites, client locations, or other City buildings as part of their job duties. Access to a personal or City fleet vehicle may be required.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine maintenance of sanitary sewer lines, and on other related equipment and facilities.
• Inspects and performs necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on sanitary sewer lines.
• Works in confined spaces, excavation trenches, and near the operation of heavy equipment.
• Operates various equipment.
• Creates and maintains logs on maintenance, corrections, ordering of supplies, and installation of replacement parts.
• Participates in stand-by duty for emergency call-ins on a rotational basis.
• Completes work orders daily within CityWorks.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  N/A

Work Environment

• Outdoor work performed in all weather conditions.

• Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures (below 32 degrees or above 100 degrees) for periods of more than one hour.
• Regular work in high-speed traffic areas while setting up equipment or performing maintenance.

• Exposure to noise from machinery, equipment, and construction activities.

• Exposure to respiratory hazards such as dust, fumes, mists, gases, odors, airborne particles/pathogens, or poor ventilation.

• Frequent work in hazardous environments, including trenches, confined spaces, shoring systems, construction sites, heavy equipment areas, and uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, twist, and reach to load/unload tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Physical strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing 20-50 lbs. over distance.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting manhole covers and grates weighing up to 100 lbs., and the ability to enter / exit 24” manholes or vaults.
• Make precise arm-hand movements and maintain static arm-hand position (e.g., using a hammer, wrench, screwdriver, or similar tool).
• Ability to move across rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces while performing duties.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools, vehicles, and specialized equipment.
• Sufficient vision to read maps, identify materials, operate vehicles/equipment, and locate water and sewer lines.
• Must be able to speak clearly and effectively to communicate with coworkers, supervisors, clients, or public.
• Often sets up equipment or performs maintenance in high-speed traffic areas.
• Exposure to noise pollution from machinery and/or equipment.
• Exposure to conditions affecting the respiratory system such as airborne particles / pathogens, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Exposure to considerable hazards that may lead to injury (trenches, shoring, confined space, construction sites, heavy and moving equipment, noise, high-volume traffic, uneven, rocky, and slippery surfaces, etc.)

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com .

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.