Utility's Operator

SUMMARY:

This position performs a wide variety of general and skilled maintenance duties for the City’s wastewater collection systems. This position responds to emergency call out situations as required, performs manual labor, operates collections equipment, completes data entry, and documents maintenance activities. Must be able to work in a safe manner and adhere to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined by City safety policies. Entry-level employees receive direct instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are in the process of learning the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Higher level and more experienced employees are expected to work with increasing independence, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Performs a variety of wastewater collections tasks involving the operations and maintenance of wastewater collection systems including sewer lines, wastewater structures, and pump systems.

· Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in wastewater collections and repair. Perform routine inspections on assigned equipment and addresses defects or needed repairs; cleans equipment.

· Adheres to safe work practices while working on, in and/or around vehicles, equipment and jobsites.

· Develop and maintain safe working practices.

· Set up safe and effective traffic control, including street barricades and cones, prior to the performance of maintenance and construction activities to ensure public and worker safety through work zones; direct and control traffic around work sites.

· Inspection and maintenance of lift stations and sewer lines, including the operation of CCTV and jetting/vacuum equipment.

· Operation of heavy equipment.

· Operation of hand and power tools.

· Must communicate respectfully with a positive attitude towards the public, coworkers and supervisors.

· Maintains a positive image and working relationship with the public.

· Assists with other areas of the Public Works Department or Special Events as needed.

· Take On-Call, weekend and holiday duties on a rotating basis for response to alarms and emergency call-outs.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Supervisory Responsibilities**:** Higher level positions may provide some supervisory assistance to other staff as delegated by the Utilities Superintendent.

· This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the on-going needs of the department.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Job Requirements:

· Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background screening.

· Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License and be at least 18 years of age.

· Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) B with Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. CDL Class A with Tanker endorsement preferred.

· Traffic Control Technician (TCT) and Work Zone Safety Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

· Class 1 Wastewater Collections Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Experience: No experience required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Basic knowledge of Public Works equipment operation and maintenance:

· English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

· Operation of computers and software applications

· Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints.

· Jetting and Vacuum Truck

· Camera Truck and CCTV equipment

· Miscellaneous hand and power tools and equipment (e.g. shovel, power saw, drill)

· Compressor

· Motors and Pumps

· Occupational hazards, standard safety practices and use of safety equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical: Visual acuity, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions. Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50lbs. Standing and walking each 50% of the time.

Mental: Decision making and ability to reason.

Environment: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The worker will be exposed to the following conditions:

· Exposure to a variety of temperatures including extreme heat and cold.

· Subject to noise sufficient enough to exceed the normal 85db noise levels.

· Subject to vibration, oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.

· Exposure to a variety of hazardous fumes, chemicals, orders, dust and gases or poor ventilation.

· Subject to moving mechanical parts, vehicular traffic, electrical current, working on scaffolding or ladders and high places.

TO APPLY:

Submit an on-line City of Fruita job application, letter of interest and resume at www.fruita.org/jobs. First review of applications will be on November 2, 2026. Position will close once 50 applications have been received or an applicant has been hired, whichever is sooner.

The City of Fruita is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $24.96 - $26.43 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person