C/D Lines Technician

Join the Team That Keeps Highlands Ranch Flowing!

Highlands Ranch Water is on the lookout for a motivated and hands-on Collections & Distribution Lines Technician to join our dedicated crew! If you’re looking for a career where your work truly matters and every day brings something new, this is the role for you.

In this dynamic position, you'll be at the heart of maintaining and improving our community’s essential water distribution and wastewater collection systems. From system repairs and replacements to ongoing maintenance and emergency response, you’ll help keep things running smoothly and safely for thousands of residents.

We're looking for someone who’s:

• Reliable, responsible, and always ready to jump in
• A team player who can also get the job done solo
• Eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

You'll perform a mix of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and be part of our on-call rotation—because water never takes a day off. But don’t worry—your work will be appreciated, and your expertise rewarded.

Pay is competitive and based on your experience and certifications.

Ready to make a real impact every day? Apply now and help keep Highlands Ranch running strong!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, preventative and corrective maintenance on the district’s water distribution and wastewater collection equipment and facilities including repairs and replaces broken pipes, valves, hydrants, PRVs, curb stops, and other system appurtenances that may require working in a ditch, mud, and confined spaces.
• Perform minor and major repairs to the collection and distribution system under emergency conditions (i.e. sewer backups, water main breaks, water service leaks, etc.)
• Effectively and efficiently use sewer combination jet trucks along with a CCTV truck to clean and maintain the collection system.
• Performs utility locates of the district’s water and wastewater facilities.
• Enters and exits confined spaces such as underground vaults and manholes.
• Work safely while in and around roadways with moving traffic. Set up and take down traffic control devices. To include working near or with heavy equipment.
• Loads, unloads, and transports equipment and personnel in District vehicles to a variety of work sites. Safely operate District utility trucks, one ton, dump trucks, vacuum trucks and heavy equipment
• Responsible for all tools, equipment, and vehicles assigned or used.
• Provides water quality monitoring and reporting system as required.
• Performs work in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinates activities with other divisions and sections to avoid interruption of service.
• Provide quality customer service and routinely interact with the public and the district’s customers to resolve customer concerns.
• Provides other Operations staff and management with detailed updates on the status of customer service calls using e-mails and text messages.
• Maintains written activity reports, inspection reports, and other records daily.
• Responds to emergency callouts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle record.
• Availability to work non-scheduled hours when necessary.
• Must be able to respond to the District Facilities within approximately 30 minutes while on call.

Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge in working with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of City works and GIS software.
• One year of experience in collection and distribution maintenance.
• Required to have the Colorado Class 1 Distribution Operator and Colorado Class 1 Collection Operator.
• Heavy equipment/backhoe operator experience a plus.
• Establish and maintain respectful, professional working relationships with employees
• Safely and skillfully operate hand and power tools and other equipment
• Follow provided safety procedures for working around electrical controls and equipment and in confined spaces
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and modify electrical schematics. Basic familiarity with NEC standards.
• Perform basic PLC code interpretation for troubleshooting and increased knowledge of system.
• Basic understanding of various control system components including relay logic, 4-20mA analog signal, PLC I/O modules and DC power supplies.
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot control system components.
• Ability to make basic modifications to electrical control systems with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Represent the district professionally with integrity and excellence, setting a positive example for workplace behavior.
• Encourage a respectful, collaborative, and accountable work environment while demonstrating ethical conduct in all interactions.
• Able to respond in approximately 30 minutes to District Facilities when on emergency on call.

Job Levels for C/D Lines Tech

Collection & Distribution Lines Technician I (pays up to $31.75)

• One year’s experience in collection and distribution maintenance or other relevant experience.
• Required to have the Colorado Class 1 Distribution Operator and Colorado Class 1 Collection Operator within 1st year of hire date.
• Holds Class A CDL or will obtain within 90 days of hire.

Collection & Distribution Lines Technician II (pays up to $35)

• Two years’ experience in collection and distribution maintenance.
• Required to have Colorado Class 2 Distribution Operator and Colorado Class 2 Collection Operator.
• Holds Class A CDL or will obtain within 90 days of hire.

Collection & Distribution Lines Technician III (pays up to $38.59)

• Three years’ experience in collection and distribution maintenance.
• Required to have the Colorado Class 3 Distribution Operator and Colorado Class 3 Collection Operator.
• Holds Class A CDL or will obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Backhoe endorsement.
• Hazmat and endorsement.

Collection & Distribution Lines Technician IV (pays up to $42.55)

• Four years’ experience in collection and distribution maintenance.
• Required to have the Colorado Class 4 Distribution Operator and Colorado Class 4 Collection Operator.
• Holds Class A CDL or will obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Backhoe endorsement.
• Hazmat and endorsement.

Endorsements

Endorsements are available for certain positions within the District to encourage entry level positions to improve their work skills. For the Lines Technician position, Lines Technician 1 and 2 can obtain both a Backhoe endorsement and a Hazmat endorsement. Each endorsement will give a 5% increase but will not change the pay scale. For Lines Technician 3 and 4, both endorsements are required for the position.

A Lead endorsement is also available for the Lines Technician position. Only two Lead endorsements available at any one time.

Career Progression

To career progress from one Lines Technician level to the next, the minimum job requirements must be met. When a Lines Technician is hired into a position, they have one (1) year to obtain the required certifications. If the requirements are not met, then any pay increase will be limited to the market increase, and no performance increase will be available. This requirement can be waived by the Director of Operations at their sole discretion. The most common case, but not the only case where this requirement will be waived, is when the employee has not worked in the industry long enough to achieve the years of experience needed to qualify for the certification exams.

Supervision Received

Works under the supervision of the Collections & Distributions Lead.

Tools and Equipment Used

Combination sewer jet cleaning & CCTV equipment, motor vehicles, dump truck, leak detection equipment, pressure and flow recorders, heavy equipment, calculator, smart phone, tablet, telephone, and radios. Pumps (submersible hydraulic), confined space safety equipment, trench box, manhole cover hook, valve keys, pipe locator, personal protective equipment, power hand tools typically used in water distribution and wastewater collection system maintenance. Gas detection monitors, fall arrestors, and other safety equipment. General office, breakroom, and computer equipment.

Work Schedule

Four-day ten-hour schedule between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The work schedule will vary depending on weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and will include some evening, early morning, weekend, and overtime hours. The employee must be able to be on 24-hour on-call rotation. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; employee is occasionally required to smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Strenuous physical activity under adverse conditions will be required. Must possess the ability to lift items up to 80 pounds or more. Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect health and welfare during work activities.

Requires standing, walking, stooping/bending, lifting, crawling, climbing, and repetitive motion. Frequently exposed to insects and other animals such as snakes.

Required to work in all weather conditions and in extreme temperatures below twenty degrees to above a hundred degrees Fahrenheit. Perform under hazardous and adverse conditions, including but not limited to, slippery and uneven surfaces, proximity to moving mechanical equipment, broken glass and other materials, vibration, electrical currents, high places, precarious places, and confined spaces.

Work may result in exposure to smoke, gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mist, dust, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals that can affect the respiratory system, skin, or other aspects of the body. Work may result in exposure to wastewater and untreated water supplies containing infectious disease agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Work may result in exposure to high noise levels requiring the wearing of personal protection equipment. Frequently exposed to wet and humid conditions.

This position demands frequent use of sensory activities such as talking, hearing, smelling, identifying objects by touch, and specific vision abilities, including but not limited to, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position will involve periods of high physical, mental and emotional stress.

Selection Guidelines

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Formal application, rating of education and experience; panel interview(s) and reference check; job related tests might be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Highlands Ranch Water is dedicated to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age over 40, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

About Us

Highlands Ranch Water has provided water and wastewater services to Highlands Ranch residential and commercial customers for more than three decades. We strive to ensure that our water resources are used wisely. Highlands Ranch Water’s strategy is to optimize the use of surface water. Over the past 25 years, approximately 80 percent of the water supplied has come from renewable river supplies.

Our Benefits

We prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:

Health & Retirement!

• 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
• 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
• 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
• 100% contribution match for the pension plan
• Up to 6% employer contribution for the optional retirement plan

Work/life Balance!

• 80 hours of earned vacation per year, increasing after 5 years
• 80 hours of annual sick leave
• 32 hours of annual personal leave
• 10 paid holidays
• 200 hours of medical leave with certification

Wellness & Improvement!

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
• Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement.
• Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.

Saving, Planning & Other!

• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
• Generous stipend for personal cell phone.
• Discounts for employees on over 1,000 products and services.

Application Information

Pre-employment screening includes background check, illegal substances screening and motor vehicle record check.

We accept applications for at least two weeks or until the position is filled.

Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.

Four-day, ten-hour schedule between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The work schedule will vary depending on weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and will include some evening, early morning, weekend, and overtime hours. The position is on a 24-hour on-call rotation.