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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 $30.64 - $38.30 per hour The deadline to submit applications is July 29, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health. The Water Utility Lead Worker - Pumping performs skilled, semi-skilled and 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 and Responsibilities:
Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on Pump/lift stations Oversees and reviews work and work crews Leads work on complex or elevated assignments Independently plans and leads assigned projects Operates and maintains specialized equipment that pertains to the operation of pump/lift stations Coordinates daily work activities Provides, prepares, maintains maintenance records and reports on work activities and equipment Identifies and troubleshoots pump/lift station concerns Trains and evaluates assigned personnel Responds to pump/lift station emergencies Performs snow removal activities Participates in confined space entry rescuer program Performs other related duties as assigned The listed primary duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and specific experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
High school diploma or
GED Experience:
Three years of experience with leadership roles in operation, maintenance and repair activities associated with pump/lift station infrastructure
Knowledge:
Has an advanced understanding of pump and lift station operations Has an advanced working knowledge of the distribution and collection systems Knowledge of hazards, practices, policies & procedures related to pump/lift station operation, maintenance and repair Knowledge of pump/lift station operation to include; start/stop pump sequence, level controls in wet wells, running pumps in hand vs. auto, lead-lag pump sequencing, electrical equipment reset procedure and protocol, mechanical equipment reset procedure and protocol Equipment and tool operation as they pertain to the operation, maintenance and repair of pump/lift stations Thorough understanding of the complex safety practices and procedures related to working in the vicinity of low, medium and high voltage electrical Thorough knowledge of the hazards of working in raw sewage Thorough knowledge of working in close proximity of rotating equipment Thorough knowledge of confined space entry Crane safety and operation
Skills:
Skilled in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and portable pump operation Skilled in training and monitoring of assigned personnel Skilled to recognize hazards, troubleshooting and problem solving Strong attention to detail
Abilities:
Ability to understand complex instructions and situations related to job assignments Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and contractors/vendors Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to understand oral and written instructions Effective use of computers and electronic devices Effectively lead a diverse workforce Ability to provide documentation and feedback related to employees and work assignments Organize and coordinate daily work activities Ability to solve problems with resolution on work sites Ability to work overtime and respond within a 45-minute response time
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Class B CDL with air brake endorsement required Colorado Wastewater Collection 2 or Water Distribution 2 Ability to obtain Crane Operator Certification within one year of hire
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
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:
Heavy physical work that involves moving no more than 100 pounds at a time with or without assistance Frequent lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping/crouching and climbing Continuous hand/eye coordination for operation of power tools, vehicles and equipment Speech to maintain communication with employees and citizens Vision to read manuals and gauges 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 Works in close proximity of rotating equipment
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 or larger utility box tool truck Operate crane truck after certification is obtained This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tablet, tools, etc.) in the course of 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.
For Veterans preference:
Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. 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 Notice Regarding Automated Processing and Fraud Prevention As part of our recruiting and application security processes, we may use automated tools and technologies to help detect fraudulent activity, protect applicant accounts, and support the administration of employment applications. These tools may collect and process information associated with your application activity, including: Number of job requisitions applied to External application session duration Geolocation country code IP address Device/browser fingerprinting information (including JA4 fingerprint data) This information may be used by Workday's Fraudulent Job Application Prevention capabilities to generate an application risk or fraud assessment score. These tools are designed to support application security, fraud prevention, and recruiting operations and may be considered during the processing or review of applications. Meaningful human review remains part of our hiring and recruiting process. For additional information regarding our processing of applicant information, please review our Privacy Notice or contact dcinert@auroragov.org. Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. Applicants who hold a Commercial Driver's License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. The city of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The city of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The city shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the city shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. 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.
