Utilities Specialist I/II - Cross Connection Control Program (Meter Shop)

Job Description:

Utilities Specialist I/II - Cross Connection Control Program (Meter Shop)

Description

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Utilities Specialist I/II - is a skilled position in Utility Systems Field Operations and repair, which primarily involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the City of Westminster’s utilities systems. The incumbent’s responsibility in the Cross-Connection Control Program is assuring compliance with City Code, City Service Rules and state regulations under direction of the Utilities Specialist III on the Cross-Connection Control team. This position requires high public contact in all types of situations.

Operating hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is a mandatory requirement of this position to work overtime, take weekend duty and be on call for emergency work such as water breaks, sewer backups and snow removal.Applicants must be able to respond to the City of Westminster Municipal Service Center within 30 to 45 minutes when on call, including in inclement weather. This is a safety sensitive position subject to federally mandated random drug and alcohol testing.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Public Works and Utilities Department, which maintains and enhances the safety and well-being of the community by providing exceptional water and wastewater service and maintaining the City’s extensive network of street infrastructure. The department continuously strives to meet the needs of the community by constantly focusing on customer service, efficient and effective utilization of resources, safety, innovation, and teamwork.

Every employee is accountable to:

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate
• Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
• Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development
• Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
• Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
• Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership in job performance
• Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product

Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Demonstrate and explain the standard practices, methods, and tools used in installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer lines
• Work alongside construction personnel in order to maintain the daily operations of the Utilities Operations Division
• Demonstrate the knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary to ensure the proper operation of equipment and execution of manual labor around and working with power tools and vehicular equipment
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Cityworks, GIS, BSI, TrackIT, and Advanced CIS Infinity
• Communicate clearly;plan, organize, and effectively lead a group of skilled workers in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale in rapidly changing situations under normal, stressful, and/or emergency situations
• Build positive relationships and rapport with other team members within the work group, the division, the department, and other City employees
• Demonstrate the principles and practices of cross connection control
• Demonstrate the principals involved in the operation of water and sewer pumps, and electrical meters and controls
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively recognizing established precedents and practices, and use resourcefulness in meeting new problems
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions, and read and interpret sketches and blueprints
• Assess workload and determine appropriate course of action; establish and maintain control over situations as they develop, and make pro-active, informed decisions concerning routine operational functions
• Safely operate all light and heavy construction equipment
• Perform basic math in all units of measurement
• Demonstrate skill in use and care of tools and equipment common to the trade
• Perform CPR and basic first aid
  
  

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks
Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Program Management

• Proactively resolves problems and coordinates activities related to cross connection control and backflow prevention
• Reviews reports and construction plans to ensure compliance with backflow prevention regulations
• Conducts audits, surveys, and field testing of backflow assemblies to protect the city’s potable water system
• Administers program tasks such as tracking test reports, generating correspondence, and ensuring accurate data entry into backflow tracking software

Customer Service and Meter Shop Support

• Turn-on, and shut-off of small and large meters
• Handles customer service inquiries
• Coordinates with administrative staff on the Fire Hydrant Meter Program, including contractor use and maintenance/testing of backflow assemblies

Effective Communication, Safety, and Emergency Response

• Communicates clearly and professionally with the public, coworkers, and other departments, both verbally and in writing
• Maintains a professional demeanor and resolves disputes when necessary
• Operates city vehicles safely, maintains required certifications (such as CDL, water licensing, backflow certifications), and ensures a safe driving record
• Responds to emergencies (on-call, overtime, snow removal, weekend duty) and maintains regular and punctual attendance

Maintains regular and punctual attendance Other Duties and Responsibilities
Will be required to perform duties from other primary assignment areas, including but not limited to, the Distribution Construction Team, Distribution Maintenance Team, Meter Shop and Cross Connection Control Team, Wastewater Maintenance Team, Reclaimed Water Team, Infrastructure Asset Management Team, and the Street Division on snow removal Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required:

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Must possess ABPA, AWWA or ASSE Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certificate within one (1) year of employment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a ABPA Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate within one (1) year of employment
• Three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines and/or systems
• Must currently hold a class 2 Water Distribution State Certificate and continuously be testing to obtain a class 3 State certification within 12 months of hire (or eligible for reciprocity)
• Incumbent can progress from Utilities Specialist I to Utilities Specialist II at the request of their immediate supervisor and only upon the receipt of a State of Colorado Class 3 Distribution State Certification, General Backflow Tester Certification, and Cross Connection Control Specialist Certification
• Valid Driver License and maintenance of a safe driving record for continued employment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver License with tanker and air brake endorsement within 90 days of employment
• Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical upon hire and every two (2) years of continued employment

Preferred:

• ABPA, AWWA or ASSE Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate
• Class III Water Distribution Certification
• Previous experience in backflow prevention

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
Physical Requirements
The position is physical in nature and requires sufficient physical strength and stamina to:

• Constantly sit to perform daily office tasks, drive to work sites, and stand on all types of terrain; frequently walk over uneven terrain to perform field work
• Frequently squat, bend, and kneel to perform maintenance on water systems and hydrants; frequently climb water towers or tanks up to 200 feet in height in all weather conditions; balance, twist, and reach overhead and below shoulder to perform daily maintenance duties
• Occasionally crawl in confined spaces to perform inspections and maintenance
• Frequently use light/firm grasp and handling to operate office equipment and safely use heavy repair tools; constantly use fine manipulation to perform repairs and daily tasks
• Constantly step up and/or down to enter and exit vehicles, and climb stairs and ladders; constant actuate mechanism to safely operate vehicles, including standard transmission vehicles
• Normal vision and hearing are needed to perform inspections, office tasks, and observe work area for potential hazards
• Frequently lift and carry up to 100 pounds 20 feet to move supplies and bags of concrete to work sites; occasionally lift 120 pounds to remove manhole covers from ground level; occasionally push and/or pull up to 100 pounds of material and tools; occasionally push and/or pull greater than 100 pounds to pull crates

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed indoors and outdoors with occasional exposure to extreme temperatures. Work is performed year-round with exposure to high voltage in moisture areas. Exposure to confined spaces, chemicals, fumes, methane gas with limited ventilation, and human and medical waste products also exist.
Required Materials and Equipment
May operate light to heavy equipment and machinery used in utilities operations, such as backhoe, high pressure sewer cleaners, sewer television van, forklifts, loaders, tandem axle dump trucks with a plow, crane truck, and other similar equipment. May also operate electrical test equipment, diesel-powered electrical generators, basic hand and shop tools, saws, welders, cherry pickers or overhead cranes, forklifts, boom trucks, dump trucks, shovels, and two-way radios. Operation of personal computers, telephones, adding machines, and other basic office equipment is also required.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Background check including employment references, criminal history, and driving record review
• Department of Transportation drug screen
• Department of Transportation physical
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health and Dental
• Flexible Spending
• Pension/Retirement Plans
• Term Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Survivor Benefits
• Wellness Program
• Career Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, and on the job injury

For a more detailed overview of our General Non Exempt employee benefit package:
Benefit Package

The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

401(a) Contribution Rates:
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.

Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

• Less than 3 years - 0%
• 3 to 4 years - 60%
• 4 to 5 years - 80%
• Over 5 years - 100%
• For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested

The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2026 8:30 AM Mountain

Salary:

$69,700.80 - $95,929.60 Annually