Water Utility Damage Prevention Technician - VH

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946

City 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?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

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. 

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