Wastewater Collection Operator I - IV

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder! Application Deadline: October 11, 2026 Compensation Details: Hiring Range 23.58 - 34.19 This is a full-time hourly position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility Group: BMEA (20+ Hours) Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job. Job Description Summary: Under general supervision, the Wastewater Operator expedites, supports, plans, and operates and performs skilled operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of a large (CDPHE Class 4) wastewater systems to include multiple types of wastewater mains, manholes, lift stations. Participates as a member of the Utilities Maintenance team and works collaboratively with other workgroups and agencies to foster efficient, proactive approach to Water maintenance. The hiring range for these positions are commensurate with experience: Wastewater Collections Operation I - $23.58 – $34.19 Wastewater Collections Operation II - $25.93 – $37.60 Wastewater Collections Operation III - $28.52 - $41.36 Wastewater Collections Operation IV - $31.38 - $45.54 Job Description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES    Constructs,   maintains   and repairs wastewater systems, including performing routine maintenance on equipment as needed.   Assists   in troubleshooting and repair processes to the collections systems according to delegated authority for a Class 4 Wastewater Collections Operator under Colorado Regulation 100 and   in accordance with   the Wastewater Collections Operating plan.   Performs utility   locates   and uses pipe locators, leak   locators   and sonde equipment. Locates underground water, sewer and storm sewer lines for the Utilities Department, private utilities, contractors, and property owners. Uses equipment to   locate   utility lines and main breaks including metal detector, pipeline locator, pipe and cable locator, leak correlator, GPS   equipment   and measuring devices.   Interprets data trends,   comprehend   written technical procedures and manuals.   Performs after hour’s standby duty on a rotating basis and respond to Public Works emergencies as necessary including snow and ice control shifts.   Responds to questions from the public about stormwater system operations and maintenance   activities   as necessary.   Cross-trains in other divisions and disciplines as directed by supervisor.   Maintains   accurate   records of work   performed   and materials and equipment used and enters spatial and work order data into asset management software.   Performs related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the city.   Participates in professional trainings and development.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   Wastewater Collection Operator I   and   II   Ability to clearly describe program goals and   objectives   and assess a situation and adjust their communication style to…