Wastewater Utility Maintenance Mechanic (85154)

Job DetailsJob Location: North Water Reclamation Facility - Erie, CO 80516Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $28.75 - $37.67 HourlyJob Category: Utilities

 

The Town of Erie is searching for our newest team member, to join us in our Wastewater division as our first Wastewater Utility Maintenance Mechanic! This is a newly approved position for 2026, in order to better support our reclamation facility with facility needs. 

Under general supervision, our Maintenance Mechanic participates in the maintenance of utility plants and related infrastructure and assists with the monitoring of a water or wastewater system.  At the entry level, work involves closely supervised training and a limited range of duties.

 





     Anticipated Hiring Range      


     $28.75/hr - $33.21/hr      




     Full Hourly Range      


     $28.75/hr - $37.67/hr      





 

Work Hours: Typical working hours are 6:30AM – 3:00PM  



Please note: The person in this position must be able to work an on-call rotating schedule as assigned and as needed for snow-related/other emergencies. 



Work Location: Erie North Water Reclamation Facility (501 State Hwy 52, Erie, CO 80516)    



This position is 100% in-person and not eligible for remote work  



 





Posting Dates: 5/6/26 – 5/20/2026   




 ** All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process once the posting closes.  

 

Accommodations  

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at RiskManagement@erieco.gov and Recruitment@erieco.gov. 

 

To review the full job description(s), including a full list of duties and physical & environmental factors, visit our Job Description page here. 





  

Duties and Responsibilities


Inspects, maintains, services and repairs a variety of equipment, such as pumps, motors, drives, electrical supplies, meters associated with water treatment, water supply and water storage facilities.   
Prepares work orders and estimates of time and parts needed.   
Studies equipment having frequent breakdowns to determine cause and attempt to prevent future occurrences.   
Operates hand and power shop tools to perform repairs.   
Maintains all hand and power tools in safe and efficient operating condition.   
Operates a variety of equipment including light vehicles, chain saws, back hoes, snow removal equipment and lawn mowers.   
Performs a variety of related duties as required (e.g., mowing, weed cutting, chemical loading and unloading.  
Regulates use of equipment in the absence of supervisory personnel, if needed. 
Responsible for shop area maintenance, safety and cleanliness.   
Provides general guidance to temporary or seasonal laborers, as assigned. 
Performs related work as required and assigned. 
May assist in the performance of custodial and grounds maintenance duties as sweeping, mopping, painting, carpentry, composting duties and plumbing; lead plant tours for visitors. 
Learns the maintenance and monitoring and some operations of a water/wastewater system.   

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications 


High school diploma or equivalent (GED).  
Two years of experience in utility maintenance or plant operations.  
Must have a valid Colorado Driver License and satisfactory driving record. 


 

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

 





Pre-employment screenings include: 


Interview Process 
Reference checks   
Background checks include: 

National and County Criminal Scan,
Sex-Offender Registry check
and Motor Vehicle Report through DMV  








 

Town of Erie Benefits:  

The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment. Click here to learn more. 

 

Designated full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:  


Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options   
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans    
Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)  
Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability   
Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)  
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) r