Utility Technician

Grounds Maintenance PositionUnder general supervision, grounds maintenance activities including but not limited to mowing, weeding, trimming, watering, snow removal, general grounds cleaning, light maintenance, fire hydrant painting, repairs and general water and wastewater system maintenance activities.Reports to: Operations and Maintenance ManagerDirect Reports: NoneThe listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms grounds maintenance including planting, irrigation, cultivation, fertilization, weeding, digging, and trimming.Remove trash and debris from grounds.Cleans equipment and performs regular equipment checks to keep equipment operating properly.Use tools and equipment according to safety policies.Operation of a wide variety of equipment and tools used in grounds maintenance, repair and construction in a safe and effective manner.Snow removal using snowplow, shovel, or snow blower. Spread ice melt as needed.Performs fire hydrant repairs, painting and maintenance.Performs general water and wastewater system maintenance activities.Other Duties & ResponsibilitiesGuides and instructs seasonal workers in safe job task procedures and safe equipment usage.Contacts, coordinates and inspects jobs with contractors and vendors for repairs and services performed at the facilities.Performs other duties as assigned and required.EducationHigh School Diploma or GEDWork ExperienceMinimum of 1 year experience in general grounds maintenanceCertifications and/or LicensuresNoneRequired Driver's LicenseValid Colorado driver's license and a clear or acceptable MVRAn equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.KnowledgeWorking knowledge of:Grounds maintenance tools and equipmentGeneral maintenanceBasic knowledge of:Spraying and control of weedsGrounds maintenanceSmall hand toolsGeneral maintenance and repairPaintingSkills and AbilitiesBasic computer skills required for data entry.Basic communication skills required to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers, vendors/suppliers and solicit information as needed.Must be able to operate various types of lawn and snow removal equipment, light trucks, including forklift and tractor.Hourly Pay Range$17.47 - $26.21/Hourly Pay RateThis is a seasonal position.Work is performed inside the water plant facilities and on the surrounding grounds (outside). Work near moving mechanical parts; exposed to fumes, airborne particles and various chemicals, some of which may be toxic. The employee is exposed to various conditions including wet, hot and cold conditions.