Water Supply Operator (Seasonal)

Position Title Water Supply Operator (Seasonal) (Hourly) REQUISITION #: req8311 Department Water Production LOCATION: MICHIGAN DITCH BUNK/COOK HOUSE Benefit Category Variable Hourly View Classifications & Benefits Employment Type Part-Time Hourly Flsa Status Non-Exempt Hourly Rate $18.00 - 22.00 per hour (based on relevant experience) Selection Process Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 2/28/2026 The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer Background Check And Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Required • (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role. To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure Job Summary Work related to the construction, maintenance, inspection and/or repair of infrastructure including equipment operation and/or maintenance in the field for equipment specific to water supply. This job requires the ability to work at about 10,000 feet near Cameron Pass and spend several nights per week in the Michigan Ditch Cabins. Essential Duties And Responsibilities • Controls, monitors, and records reservoir levels, dam conditions, and the diversion of water through the water supply system. Takes samples and measurements, and estimates flows in the water system. • Ensures the Michigan Ditch water supply system remains operational. • Directs and participates in high-depth snow removal. • Participates in construction and maintenance work on various structures and improvements on the water supply system and at the water treatment facilities. • Ensures that the City's Water Resource Engineer and the Water Resource and Planning Manager receive daily reports on reservoir readings, ditch readings, weather conditions, and river conditions. • Verifies, finalizes, and conducts water releases according to plans prepared by the City's Water Resource Engineer and the Water Resource and Planning Manager. • Responds to hazardous material spills in or near raw water supplies in accordance with Colorado HazMat standards. • Participates in general building maintenance activities such as painting, cleaning, plumbing, carpentry and welding. • Participates in the maintenance of the Water treatment Facility site including mowing, sprinkler repair and maintenance, weed control. • Participates in the maintenance of water storage tanks and the processing and hauling of water treatment solids residuals • Required to stay overnight on the Michigan Ditch during summer months • Performs other related duties as assigned. This job description is a living document and may not be all-inclusive. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Employees must be able to perform the essential duties of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This position requires regular attendance at the workplace. Management Responsibilities No City Competencies • Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. • Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends. • A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations. • A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork. Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities • Ability to use spreadsheet and word processing software. • Ability to interpret and use information from manufacturer's manuals and maintenance and equipment manuals. • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, flows and volume. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to interact effectively with City staff and the general public. • Ability to work independently with a high degree of motivation and ingenuity. • Ability to make quick evaluations regarding hazardous conditions and take immediate corrective actions. • Ability to learn to operate heavy equipment, such as loaders, excavators, dozers, and skid-steers. • Ability to use hand tools, power tools, mowers, and weed whackers. • Ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance. • Ability to use snowshoes and operate in cold, windy, and snowy conditions at high elevations. Required Education And Experience • High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates High School Diploma or GED Required Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training • Valid Driver's License The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance. Notice Regarding Medical And/or Recreational Marijuana Use Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy. The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy. Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation. POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT (MVR) REQUIRED. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.