JOB LOCATION
Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Salary to be commensurate
The hiring range for this position is $22.70 - $28.38/hourly
The deadline to submit applications is May 24, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
OVERVIEW OF JOB
The Water Utility Damage Prevention Technician assists with monitoring oversight for the Aurora Water Raw Water Infrastructure Systems. This is a key support role in the defense of the City of Aurora’s raw water transmission systems, ensuring that projects affecting critical infrastructure are completed in accordance with city standards, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Infrastructure Defense: Act as a technician in the Watch & Protect program, conducting driving inspections and "standby" observations to prevent unauthorized or unsafe work on the city’s raw water systems.
Compliance & Enforcement: Verify that all contractors have valid license agreements and locates on-site before breaking ground. Authorized to halt work when safety requirements or permit conditions are not met.
Construction Oversight: Monitor in-progress utility crossing projects, ensuring every phase complies with city codes, project plans, and safety regulations.
Field Collaboration: Participate in site walk-throughs with contractors and provide real-time updates to supervisors to resolve issues before they escalate.
Accurate Reporting: Maintain meticulous logs and digital files to track inspections, communication with other city departments, and project milestones.
Technical Support: Perform miscellaneous field tasks, including gathering site data and supporting special projects as needed to maintain system integrity.
Emergency Support: The employee must be able to work overtime and after-hours during emergency situations.
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new additions may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Experience:
At least one (1) year of experience in utility construction, excavation work, construction inspection, or construction observation
Knowledge:
Basic knowledge of water utility infrastructure, including pipelines, valves, and related facilities used in raw water transmission systems
Basic knowledge of construction practices and excavation activities associated with utility installation and maintenance
Basic knowledge of utility damage prevention practices and the purpose of state one-call/locate systems (e.g., 811)
Basic knowledge of workplace safety practices related to construction sites and excavation activities
Basic knowledge of applicable city codes, standards, and procedures related to construction near municipal utility infrastructure
Basic knowledge of recordkeeping and documentation practices used in field inspections and monitoring activities
Familiarity with common construction terminology and equipment used in utility construction projects
Skills:
Skill in observing construction activities and identifying conditions that may pose risk to underground or surface infrastructure
Skill in maintaining accurate field notes, inspection logs, and electronic records
Skill in communicating clearly with contractors and city staff in field environments
Skill in reading and interpreting basic construction drawings, maps, or utility alignment information
Skill in using common office and field technology, including tablets, mobile devices, cameras, and basic computer software
Skill in gathering and documenting field information in a clear and organized manner
Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, contractors, developers, and citizens
Ability to monitor construction and excavation activities and identify potential impacts to water utility infrastructure
Ability to verify required documentation, permits, and locate markings prior to excavation activities
Ability to follow established procedures and exercise sound judgment when observing unsafe or non-compliant work activities
Ability to write detailed reports
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and be able to operate a city vehicle, or otherwise demonstrate ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
Medium physical work lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with or without assistance
Frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
Regular walking and standing
A full range of body movements including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to perform field inspections.
Ability to review plans, specifications, and written materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to communicate with employees, contractors, and residents in field environments, with or without reasonable accommodation
Work Environment:
Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and over all types of terrain
Exposure to construction environments, uneven terrain, and varying weather conditions
Equipment Used:
Operates motor vehicles, field tablets, and personal computers
Operates measuring equipment such as tapes, levels, and cameras
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment
The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.