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Martin Marietta —Colorado Springs, CO
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EDW. C. Levy CO. —Colorado Springs, CO
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Pacific Coast Companies, Inc. —Colorado Springs, CO
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Martin Marietta Materials —Colorado Springs, CO
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Water Treatment Plant Operator

Colorado Springs Utilities -
Colorado Springs, CO

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Job Details

$31.34 - $46.33 an hour
14 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Performance monitoring
Quality control samples
Instrumentation troubleshooting
Preventative hardware maintenance
Report writing
Regulatory documents
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
Safety regulations
Environmental regulatory compliance report
Filing
Equipment troubleshooting
Training material drafting
Mid-level
Technical report writing
Water treatment chemical handling
Water treatment regulatory compliance
Compliance reporting
Math
Quality issues
Water treatment equipment operation
Purchasing
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
Chemistry
Water treatment equipment maintenance
Environmental monitoring
Technical troubleshooting support
Data collection
Water quality monitoring
Safety standard operating procedures
Hydraulics

Full Job Description

Applications are being accepted through: 8/3/26

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.

Water Treatment Plant Operator

Colorado 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 community's 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 don't 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 you're 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

ATTENTION:

All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be based on the successful candidate's experience, education, and training; however, those with limited direct experience could start below the posted pay range.
If a single pay rate is posted, the job starts at that rate regardless of previous experience, education, and training.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and work authorization must not be based on employer sponsorship of a work visa.

Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities’ benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities’ Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.

Accessibility Accommodations. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at [email protected] or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as a result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.

E-Verify and Right to Work Notice. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/. If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.

Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at [email protected] or call 719-668-7500.

Job Type: Skilled Trades & Craft

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