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60 Valley Water Utility Systems Operator Jobs Hiring Near You

Water Systems Operator

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$46K - $56K/yr

Golden Valley, AZ Job Type: Full Time Regular Job Number: 06005 Department: Public Works Division ... Range of Hourly Pay: • Utility Service Worker (Underfill) Range 10 / Step 1 - 8, $18.22 - $22.41 ...

Water Operator

Marshall, MN · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

The Water Operator will join a crew responsible for operating and maintaining a safe, reliable water utility system that serves approximately 14,000 residents. We welcome candidates at every career ...

Integration Lead

West Jordan, UT · On-site

$97K - $131K/yr

This project is for Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District in Utah. They are implementing a new CMMS / Enterprise Asset Management system to manage water utility assets, maintenance work orders ...

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Water Utility Operator I

City of Black Hawk

Black Hawk, CO • On-site

$76K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

 
 
 


POSITION: WATER UTILITY OPERATOR I, II, III, or IV 

DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS

REQUISITION: 1193                                                                     

STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;

12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

SALARY RANGE: 

$57,555 - $80,578/Annual (Paid Hourly) DOQ/E(LEVEL I) 

$63,311 - $88,635/Annual (Paid Hourly)  DOQ/E (LEVEL II)                   

$69,642 - $97,499/Annual (Paid Hourly)  DOQ/E (LEVEL III)                 

$76,606 - $107,249/Annual (Paid Hourly)  DOQ/E (LEVEL IV)                 

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 HOURS/WEEK; 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

ON-CALL HOURS; HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS

OPENING DATE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026 

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SUMMARY: 

Under the direction of the Water Superintendent, responsible for the operation of water treatment plants, distribution systems, maintenance and repair of water mains, service lines, valves, pumps, and water-related appurtenances.  Operator I is an entry-level position; Operator II and III positions require progressive responsibilities, certifications, and skills required.   Operator IV is master level and is expected to perform a full range of duties with significant independence and initiative and typically serves as a lead worker; certifications required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Essential functions include operating and maintaining water treatment plants and distribution systems, including water sampling for lab analysis and water quality compliance in accordance with regulations, math calculations for water treatment and distribution, install, repair, and maintain water valves, fire hydrants, pressure regulators, pumps and related equipment; on-call to assist in after-hours emergency repair of water treatment plants or distribution systems; perform water utility locates and coordinate work with contractors; inspect new water service and water main installations; read and repair water meters; and perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Education and experience: 

Must be 21 or older; high school diploma or GED. Operator I: Colorado Class “D” Water Plant Operator and Class 1 Distribution Systems Certifications required within one (1) year of employment. Operator II: Colorado Class “C” Water Plant Operator and Class 2 Distribution Systems Certifications required. Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; computer experience; the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing; the ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds; and the ability to work on-call and various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Outside experience will be evaluated to determine the extent of equivalency to the duties of Black Hawk and to determine the appropriate level.   Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for the position, please go to www.cityofblackhawk.org and click the job openings tab, then the job title link. Please read the full job description for the level you would apply for. All online applications must have a resume attached to be considered. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment.  

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