Hourly Wastewater Operator Class 3 Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $28.96 - $54.97 Hourly
Location : 6450 York St., Denver, CO
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2220-UEO MULTI-082026
Department: Resource Recovery and Reuse
Division: Transmission
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO - a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area.
At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry-leading team who serves the community by protecting the region's health and environment.
Description
Certification Incentives Available!
Certification LevelIncentiveColorado Collections Systems Operator Class IV**$4,000Colorado Collections Systems Operator Class III**$3,000Colorado Collections Systems Operator Class II**$2,000Colorado Collections Systems Operator Class I*$500
*One-time incentive
**Hiring Bonus and Recurring Annual Incentive
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate's qualifications:
Utility Equipment Operator I ($28.96 - $40.40 Hourly)Performs a variety of semi-skilled duties related to the operation and maintenance of Metro's interceptor system and wastewater treatment facilities. Works under the direction of a Transmission Supervisor.Utility Equipment Operator II ($31.28 - $43.63 Hourly)Performs a variety of semi-skilled duties related to the operation and maintenance of Metro's interceptor system and wastewater treatment facilities. Works under the direction of a Transmission Supervisor.Utility Equipment Operator III ($33.78 - $47.13 Hourly)Independently performs skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and inspection of the interceptor sewer system and treatments facilities. Works under the direction of a Transmission Supervisor.Utility Equipment Operator IV ($36.48 - $50.90 Hourly)Performs skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and inspection of the interceptor sewer system and wastewater treatment facilities. Exercises independent judgement on work sites when a supervisor is not present. Provides direction and training to Utility Equipment Operators and may direct the work of lower classifications. Works under the direction of a Transmissions Supervisor.Utility Equipment Operator V ($39.39 - $54.97 Hourly)Performs senior-level activities in the operation, maintenance, and inspection of the interceptor sewer system and treatments facilities, which ranges from 8-in. to 90-in. sewer mains over a 750 square mile service area and provides technical support to the Transmission Operations Manager. Works under the direction of a Transmission Operations Manager. Provides direction and training for Utility Equipment Operators. Provide functional leadership in the absence of a Transmission Operations Manager.
Examples of Duties
This position is being posted at multiple levels. For Example of Duties, please select the appropriate job description below and wait for pop-up on the right of the screen.
Utility Equipment Operator I
Qualifications
Utility Equipment Operator I
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of various types of powered equipment, hand, and power tools.
• Safety activities such as vehicle traffic control.

Skilled at:

• Operating powered equipment, hand, and power tools.

Ability to:

• Operate powered equipment, hand and power tools.
• Check and maintain proper fluid level and lubricate the moving parts and wearing surfaces.
• Read procedures, SDS precautions and other similar type documents.
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations and use measurement devices.
• Perform line locates.
• Complete the transmission training programs.

Education
Graduation from high school or GED required. Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
Utility Equipment Operator II
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of various types of powered equipment, hand, and power tools.
• Safety activities such as vehicle traffic control.
• Wastewater collection systems.

Skilled at:

• Standard Operating Procedures for complex processes.
• Equipment inspections and adjustments as well as planned maintenance activities.
• Interpersonal communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.
• Supporting high safety standards/practices and strong work ethics.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret underground utility drawings.
• Comprehend written technical procedures and manuals.
• Do mathematics using decimals and fractions.
• Multi-task in a high-activity work environment.
• Conduct field measurements and observations.
• Complete the transmission training programs.

Education
Graduation from high school or GED required. Collections System Operator Certification Class I. Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
Utility Equipment Operator III
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Traffic control procedures and standards.
• Standard operating procedures and safety standards.
• Wastewater collection systems.
• Wastewater collection safety procedures.

Skilled at:

• Monitoring technical systems/equipment and following Standard Operating Procedures for complex processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills sufficient to perform equipment inspections and adjustments as well as planned maintenance activities.
• Interpersonal communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.
• Operating autonomously supporting high safety standards/practices and strong work ethics.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret underground utility drawings.
• Interpret data trends.
• Comprehend written technical procedures and manuals.
• Do mathematics using decimals and fractions.
• Prioritize and multi-task in a high-activity work environment.
• Conduct field measurements, observations and analyses.
• Complete the transmission training programs.

Education
Graduation from high school or GED required. Collections System Operator Certification Class II. Valid Colorado Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
Utility Equipment Operator IV
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Traffic control procedures and standards.
• Standard operating procedures and safety standards.
• Wastewater collection systems.
• Flow Measurement Devices.

Skilled at:

• Monitoring technical systems/equipment and following Standard Operating Procedures for complex processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills sufficient to perform equipment inspections and adjustments as well as planned maintenance activities.
• Interpersonal communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.
• Operating autonomously supporting high safety standards/practices and strong work ethics.
• Training personnel on collection procedures and equipment.
• Operating heavy construction equipment.

Ability to:

• Complete transmission training programs.
• Read and interpret underground utility drawings.
• Interpret data trends.
• Comprehend written technical procedures and manuals.
• Do mathematics using decimals and fractions.
• Prioritize and multi-task in a high-activity work environment.
• Conduct field measurements, observations and analyses.
• Demonstrate competency in all Transmission work group areas.
• Effectively training lower-level staff.

Education
Graduation from high school or GED required. Collections System Operator Certification Class III. Valid Colorado Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
Utility Equipment Operator V
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Traffic control procedures and standards.
• Standard operating procedures and safety standards.
• Maintenance and operation of heavy equipment.
• Wastewater collection systems.
• Transmission system construction work.
• Lift station operation.
• Flow Measurement.
• Interceptor system standard operating procedure.

Skilled at:

• Interacting effectively in a team-based environment and with the general public.
• Effectively communicating orally and in writing.
• Monitoring technical systems/equipment and following Standard Operating Procedures for complex processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills sufficient to perform equipment inspections and adjustments as well as planned maintenance activities.
• Interpersonal and communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.
• Operating autonomously supporting high safety standards/practices.

training personnel on collection procedures and equipment.

• Operating heavy construction equipment.
• Operation of CMMS and employee scheduling.
• Training employees and evaluation of performance.

Ability to:

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment.
• Perform mechanical work, electrical work, or wastewater treatment.
• Reading and interpret drawings, charts, and/or flow diagrams.
• Interpret data trends.
• Comprehend written technical procedures and manuals.
• Do basic record keeping.
• Serve as a shift supervisor/lead.
• Effectively train lower-level staff.
• Evaluate and modify training programs.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for transmissions.

Education
Graduation from high school or GED required. Collections System Operator Certification Class IV. Valid Colorado Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
Working Conditions
Work Environment
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; high and low traffic zones, and outdoor weather conditions 2/3 of the time. The employee is exposed to working near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration less than 1/3 of the time. The employee will be working in confined spaces 1/3-2/3 of the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear more than 2/3 of the time. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; and climb or balance less than 1/3 of the time. The employee must lift and/or move up to 10 more than 2/3 of the time, up to 25 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the time, and more than 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time. The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Metro Water Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants for employment with Metro Water Recovery must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
Metro Water Recovery offers a wide range of employee benefits including:
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance
* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
* Retirement
* Leave Time (Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, & Holiday)
* Additional Voluntary Benefits
about our organization.
01
After reviewing the Job Posting and the working conditions for this position, are you able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid and current Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you hold an active Collection System Operator Certification from the state of Colorado?

• No
• Yes, a Class I Certification.
• Yes, a Class II Certification.
• Yes, a Class III Certification.
• Yes, a Class IV Certification.

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If you answered yes above, please enter your certification number. If you answered no, please enter "N/A".
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