Job Description

Water Leak Survey Specialist

Colorado Springs Utilities’ Water Leak Survey & Detection team is looking for a Water Leak Survey Specialist. In this job, you will be responsible for leak surveys, valve exercising, detailed investigations, and troubleshooting for Colorado Springs Utilities’ internal and external customers. You will provide an added level of support to other water leak survey activities, as you will also be responsible for the analytical data as it relates to leak surveys, computerized equipment, and working directly with Laboratory Services for water quality sampling and identification.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Utilizing acoustic, mechanical, and computerized equipment in the completion of distribution system surveys to detect and classify water leaks and pinpoint leak locations
• Calibrating and maintaining the data logger and acoustic leak noise correlation equipment
• Responding to customer calls for water leak investigations
• Performing leak surveys on system extensions to ensure adequate installation under warranty
• Completing work orders, time entry, and detailed investigative reports
• Working with other departments to identify and locate potential leaks
• Providing training to other personnel regarding water survey equipment and techniques
• Creating detailed survey results and performance presentations to be utilized by managers and claims personnel as official documentation of surveys and investigations
• Implementing quality assurance procedures
• Collection and testing of water samples to determine water quality and identification of possible leaks
• Reviewing, editing, and analyzing pollutant, meteorological, and groundwater field data. Interpreting data, preparing and analyzing technical reports, and maintaining required logs

**This position will require the successful candidate to work overtime and be on call as needed. In addition, this position requires a great deal of walking, lifting, and working in all types of weather conditions.

Who You Are…The ideal candidate will possess previous water leak survey experience, water distribution system operation, maintenance, and repair experience with a focus on leak identification and repair. Solid knowledge of general construction principles, including knowledge of essential hand tools, and a working knowledge of water utility distribution systems design and function is expected. This job requires the use of a jackhammer, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

• Additional skills, abilities, and certifications/licenses we seek:
  • Must demonstrate technical aptitude and curiosity
  • The ideal candidate would have a State of Colorado Water Distribution System Operator I or higher certification and demonstrate the ability to obtain a Distribution 2 within one year of hire
  • This position requires driving a Colorado Springs Utilities vehicle, so a valid driver’s license is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/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 to all weather conditions.
  

Who We Are…
Colorado Springs Utilities offers a 100-year reputation for providing electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater services to the Pikes Peak Region. As a municipal utility, our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and competitively priced utilities to our customers. Our organizational values of Safety, People, Trust, Responsibility, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement serve as our guiding principles and are the foundation of our culture.

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