Field Technician - Seasonal

Anticipated Hiring Range:  $16.00 - $18.00 

Job Summary:

The City of Greeley Water & Sewer Department is hiring a seasonal part or full-time individual who can assist the Lead Inventory & Replacement Project in identifying service lines that contain lead and require replacement. The successful candidate will help to identify lead service lines by inspecting and manually turning the curb-stop valve at 1,000+ properties across the City. 

Scheduled Hours:     24-40 hours per week during regularly scheduled business hours, possible Saturdays
Potential Duration:   May 2025 –Sep 2025, with the possibility of extension.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

• Ability to take systematic approach to data collection, taking accurate measurements and care of other data entry.
• Valid driver license and good driving record.
• Public relations and customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of pipework and plumbing.
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems is preferred.
• Creative problem solver with the ability to handle difficult situations using tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Ability to work independently for prolonged periods.
• Able to operate hand tools, compressor or other similar equipment to clear debris out of curbstop and water meter pits.
• Communication skills to act as part of a wider team.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred but not required.

Essential Functions:

• Use map to locate curb stop and water meter outside properties. 
• Knock on customer door to let them know the water supply will be briefly interrupted.
• Turn curb stop valve and take measurements.
• Record data and add notes using Arc GIS software on a tablet device.
• Quality control of data – ensuring accurate results and double checking they are being applied to the correct property.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens, and other persons contacted in the course of the work. Able to explain the project to others.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Field-based position - working across the City in different neighborhoods.
• Vision enough to interpret written documents/maps and use Tablet accurately.
• Communication skills enough to convey information to the public and other City employees.
• Mobility enough to inspect field sites, sometimes crossing over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
• Physical strength to turn curb stop valves. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Dexterity to access curb stop and take depth measurements.