JOB LOCATION

14201 E Hampden Ave Aurora, Colorado 80014-3901

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

Hiring salary: $30.61 - $38.26/hour

The deadline to submit an application to this position is Sunday, July 6, 2025.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The Water Treatment Maintenance Planner in the Water Treatment Division, under general supervision, plan and schedule maintenance of fixed assets in support of section and personnel. Create, maintain, and plan the asset registry and preventive maintenance systems in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Process and coordinate the daily work order requests. Perform site visits to all facilities to scope, plan, and schedule the proper number of personnel needed to perform jobs as needed.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses CMMS to plan and schedule activities related to maintaining and extending the life of the physical plant assets and infrastructure for each treatment plant, including use of a metrics program to measure division efficiency and labor utilization to produce work performance reports for management information and use.
• Administers the implementation of maintenance schedules through the CMMS by ensuring that the treatment maintenance staff maintain complete records and entries within the CMMS program.
• Under the direction of the Senior Water Treatment Maintenance Supervisor and Water Treatment Maintenance Supervisor, establishes work priority, develops job plans, defines parts and material, defines crafts and skills, and engages the proper resources to develop a safe, effective, and efficient work control plan.
• Improves work force productivity and quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning, scheduling, and coordination of maintenance/calibration resources, parts, materials, and equipment access.
• Planning and coordination of preventative, corrective and service requested activities at Aurora's treatment facilities, as well as the participation in all applicable forums to make a reliable scheduling and track, record, and report schedule attainment and make adjustment necessary adjustment to avoid schedule breaks, or work stoppages.
• Coordinates with other departments and divisions to develop work priorities, job plans, identify the necessary resources (parts, materials, supplies, skillset, and personnel) to complete projects.
• Maintains accurate equipment maintenance history and job records database and technical information on processes, plant, and equipment.
• Performs site visits to determine the need for work. Follow up on previous work completed and verify assets/locations for CMMS registry.
• May be required to work after hours and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Advanced knowledge of City computer systems and programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Experience:

Experience

• 3-year work experience related to industrial mechanical skilled labor preferred.
• Twelve (12) Months water or wastewater treatment related experience preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical principles.
• Computer-based maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of safety practices and requirements of an industrial work setting.
• Knowledge of personal computers and related software.

Abilities:

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work overtime and/or call back duty.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and make work assignments.
• Ability to fulfill goals and objectives.
• Work without close supervision.
• Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Read and comprehend blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals, and specifications.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing and spreadsheet software applications.

Licenses and/or Certificates:

• State Issued Driver's license with a good driving history.
• Ability to obtain Colorado Water Treatment Operator D certification within department guidelines.

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:

• Moderate physical activity that may involve moving no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time.

• Considerable walking and standing
• Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing.
• Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehicles
• Clear vision to read and interpret reports, other written documents, process and equipment gauges, and alarms.
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens.
• Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals.

Work Environment:

• Works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, and fumes.
• Works in and around chemical feed areas with exposure to hazardous chemicals while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Some work may be performed in confined spaces with exposure to raw sewage; will be exposed to low and medium electrical voltage.

Equipment Used:

• Frequently uses standard office equipment including computer, calculator, multi-line telephones, and copy/fax machines.
• Operates equipment and vehicles common to utilities maintenance functions.
• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

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 and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

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 and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.