Water System Assistant

Participates in the maintenance, sampling and monitoring of the water system and water related City owned facilities. This is a part-time position with an annual weekly average maximum of 29 hours.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE:

Standard principles of biology, chemistry and mathematics; safety precautions relating to work around machinery and laboratory chemicals; of laboratory procedures and tests performed in monitoring treatment plants and distribution and collection systems and peripheral elements of system.

SKILLS:

Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job.

ABILITIES

Ability to operate a truck and trailer and launch a boat; make mathematical computations; work outdoors in varying weather conditions; follow verbal and written instructions; work around disagreeable odors; keep accurate and legible records; exercise some independent judgment in correcting problems; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the general public.

TRAINING

High School Diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

No specific requirement or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Perform monitoring and maintenance duties related to the City's water storage reservoirs.
• Collect water samples from the reservoirs and various points in the system; perform laboratory tests.
• Read and record gauge and flow meter charts, change charts. Collect monitoring well measurements at City operated reservoirs.
• Operate a variety of equipment including a lawn tractor, sample collection boat, various hand tools, and laboratory equipment.
• Perform related work as required and assigned.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

State of Colorado Driver's License with a safe driving record.

Please ensure your application is complete and submitted prior to 11:59 pm on May 29, 2026, to be considered. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process.