Job Description

Distribution and Collection Specialist – Raw Water

The starting pay rate for this position is $40.01 followed by an increase to $42.01 after six months.

As a Distribution and Collection Specialist, you'll help our Raw Water Operations team by safely operating, inspecting, and maintaining our Local Water Collection System and associated infrastructure around the Pikes Peak Region. The work that you do will ensure our community's continued access to some of the safest and cleanest drinking water in the United States.

What Else Will You be Doing?

• Performing operational flow changes on raw water systems (e.g., diversions, intakes, pipelines)
• Providing relief operations on our watersheds (e.g., reservoir levels, creek/stream flows, piezometers, seep weirs, pipelines)
• Coordinating system changes to comply with state and federal regulations (water quality, water rights, and public safety)
• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on reservoir dams - and meeting dam inspection schedules and criteria

Please note that our Raw Water Operations team is provides critical and essential operations for Colorado Springs, and the successful candidate will need to be comfortable with operating on a flexible working schedule.

Who You Are

• Demonstrated experience with operating and maintaining water systems
• Possession of a Water Distribution I and II license is valued
• Basic knowledge of hydrology principles
• Possession of a valid, unrestricted driver's license is required
• Experience in groundskeeping is valued
• Ability to operate specialized equipment, vehicles, and hand tools
• Ability to work in remote locations

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Exerts 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. Positions in this class typically require exposure in all weather conditions.

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 a 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