Job Title: Water Meter Operator

Hours: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Job Description:

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Engages in the production, treatment, storage, and distribution of water, including plants, wells, pump stations, tanks, valves, hydrants, and SCADA system monitoring.
• Test and regulate water quality to meet state and federal standards; adjust chemical feed rates, perform lab work, and calibrate equipment.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on facilities and equipment; locate, repair, and service mains, valves, hydrants, services, and pressure systems.
• Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair residential and commercial meters; perform flow and pressure tests; reconcile records; and manage meter inventory.
• Respond to customer inquiries, leaks, complaints, and service requests; perform meter readings for billing; and provide first response in the field.
• Maintain accurate logs, prepare reports, complete work orders, compile historical data, and coordinate work with other departments while following safety standards.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of industry experience.
• Colorado Distribution System Certification Level 1 or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of water meter maintenance, repair, and testing, with familiarity in SCADA systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and related computer programs.
• Must have a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• When on-call you must have the ability to respond to calls within 30 minutes.

Attractive Benefits Package:

• Employee and Family medical coverage (HDHP 100% premium paid plus HSA contributions)
• OR Employee and Family medical coverage (PPO 80% premium paid)
• 100% premium paid - Employee and family dental and vision coverage
• Life Insurance, Dependent Life, Long Term and Short-Term Disability insurance
• 401(a) Retirement pension after 90 days (5% employer match; fully vested after 12 mo. of contributions) Additional District contributions related to longevity.
• 457 Plan Before & After-Tax Options after 90 days (3% match of employee contribution; fully vested after 12 months of contributions)
• 11 paid holidays (On-call duties may require work during holidays with pay)
• 5 Additional Personal Holidays (after 6 months)
• Paid Vacation and Sick (begin accrual upon start)
• Safety gear, including annual work boot allowance
• Uniforms provided
• Company vehicle for duty requirements
• Career development, paid training, and professional certification costs
• On-Call Duty Pay
  • a full calendar week (5-7 days) is compensated at 10 hours straight time pay/week.
  • a less than full calendar week (4 days or less) is compensated at 5 hours straight time pay/week.
• Increase of 5% for each higher level of certification obtained.  An incentive of a $.50 per hour raise is given for each additional license obtained.
• Merit Increases of up to 7%.

Hiring Range

Widefield Water & Sanitation District has five levels of Operators.  Pay ranges depend on certifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Pay range and title depend on certifications and experience.  The starting range depends on qualifications.

• Water Systems Operator 1/D:                     $26.81 - $36.79/hr.

Eligibility for a signing bonus

The successful candidate could be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $5000. An initial $2500 payable upon the WWSD’s first regular payroll date following the start date and subject to all applicable tax reporting and withholding requirements. Once the successful candidate has completed the 90-day introductory period, they could be eligible for an additional $2500.

Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening, which includes, but is not limited to a criminal background check, drug screen, and physical.

If you desire to work for a utility that recognizes and appreciates your contributions, apply by visiting our website at www.wwsdonline.com.  Full job descriptions are available to be viewed at the website. Submit a resume with the online application for consideration.    Resumes without a completed online application will not be considered. 

Carmen Slagle, Senior HR Generalist, at carmen@wwsdonline.com or by fax to 719-390-1409. 

**If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

Widefield Water and Sanitation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.