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Public Works Operator (Water)

$21.43 per hour

City of Cortez, CO

Job Description

Job Description

The Position

The Public Works Operator (Water) supports safe, reliable municipal water service by completing semi-skilled public works work tied to construction, maintenance, and repair activities.

Key responsibilities include:
- Assist with installation and repair of water/sewer lines and related public works infrastructure
- Operate and care for hand construction tools and equipment as assigned
- Learn to run single-axle trucks and equipment such as an air compressor, boring machine, tapping machine, and backhoe
- Respond to emergency call-outs when needed

Required qualifications/skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Good physical condition and ability to perform manual labor for extended periods
- Valid Colorado driver’s license; obtain CDL within three months
- Availability for on-call emergency response

Pay rate: $21.43/hour; full-time, onsite in Cortez; Monday–Friday schedule. Apply to help keep essential water services running for the community. Total Rewards

The City of Cortez, CO provides a well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Life Insurance; Retirement; plus paid time off through Vacation and Sick Leave.

A Typical Shift

You’ll start the morning at the shop, check in with your crew, and head out to worksites around Cortez. The day may include setting up a work zone, moving materials, and supporting the team as conditions change. Between tasks, you’ll keep tools organized, communicate progress by radio or in person, and wrap up with cleanup and preparation for the next day. Some weeks include being on call, where you may return after hours to help restore service during an urgent situation.

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