Northern Water is seeking a Grounds Keeper in Berthoud, CO to maintain and conduct repairs to all Northern Water grounds and facilities. This individual will be responsible for using water efficiency practices to maintain current landscape and garden aesthetics, rehabilitate old landscaping and participate in planning for the Berthoud Campus expansions and off-site landscapes. Tasks include mowing, edging, maintaining watering systems, snow removal, fertilizing and other necessary tasks using proper tools and procedures. This person should have knowledge of water-wise landscaping and irrigation techniques. In addition to other duties, this person may be asked to assist with educational tours of the Conservation Campus.  

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Northern Water is seeking an Engineering Technician I to provide technical engineering support in the areas of water quality and water resources throughout Northern Water’s distribution system. This is an entry level position that will perform routine assignments including collecting, analyzing, logging numerical and visual observations, preparing and packaging water samples, recording test results and other types of documentation. The Engineering Technician I may also conduct tests and experiments designed to provide desired results under controlled conditions. 

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The Mt. Crested Butte Water and Sanitation District is accepting applications for a full-time Water Treatment Facility Foreman position to be part of a team environment focused on operation of the water plant and distribution system for Mt. Crested Butte.  Important qualifications include a combination of treatment operations, employee supervision, construction, and electrical/mechanical/maintenance repair.  A State of Colorado Water B and Distribution 3 license or the ability to obtain such within one (1) year is mandatory (training for certifications provided). Operators are required to take on-call responsibility including select weekends and holidays.  A valid Colorado driver’s license is required.  Starting salary is $74,200 - $91,000 DOQ.  Excellent benefits package including 100% employer paid premium family health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 12 paid holiday days, two weeks paid vacation, employer contribution to retirement plan (5% automatic mandatory employer matching with 1-3% optional additional matching), employer provided uniforms, and a seasonal ski pass. 

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The Water Conservation Horticulture Program Specialist–Horticulture Assistant works under the direction of the Water-wise Garden program manager. This position maintains the Aurora Water-wise Garden by applying appropriate horticultural practices; training, leading, and working with volunteers; and assisting with research projects and data collection to provide Aurora Water customers information and education in water-wise landscapes and plant material.

The candidate will be expected to work 40 hours a week from early April until mid-October, including Saturdays.

This is a seasonal position with no benefits.

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The Horticultural Assistant performs skilled manual and technical work involved in the maintenance of the Aurora Water-wise Garden; assists in coordinating volunteers and educating customers in water-wise principles and techniques; and assists with work planning by scheduling, organizing, and securing materials and equipment for the accomplishment of assigned tasks.

The duration of the work agreement will be from mid-May through mid-September. Successful candidates will be expected to work 40 hours per week from mid-May through mid-August, including Saturdays, with the option to stay on through September 6th if desired.

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Greeley is seeking a talented Water Conservation Specialist I to serve in a two-year term-limited position. This position is full-time, benefit eligible, funded for approximately two years from the date of hire or the duration of the project, with the possibility of extension if additional funding is approved at a later date.  The Water Conservation Specialist I will report to the Water Conservation Manager in the Water & Sewer Treatment and Supply Division. The ideal candidate selected for this position is a passionate water conservation professional who aids the City’s priority goal of promoting wise water use. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting irrigation and indoor water use assessments, recommending water conservation techniques and fixtures to Greeley Water customers, providing water conservation incentives that support the Water Conservation Teams’ objectives and goals, and assisting with community and customer engagement.  

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The Blue River Watershed Group (BRWG) is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to lead the group through the implementation of restoration projects, collaborative initiatives, and thoughtful planning. The Executive Director will continue building a strategic direction for BRWG through significant community involvement and partnerships.
 
The Executive Director is responsible for all day-to-day administration of the organization, financials, fundraising, event planning, and the strategic direction of the organization. This position requires a flexible and versatile leader as the work blends technical work with community outreach and relationship building.  

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Denver Water has committed to replacing highly irrigated turfgrass in the service area with climate appropriate, waterwise landscapes. Denver Water’s Conservation and Efficiency team is tasked with creating a landscape transformation program to support this goal. This role will directly support landscape transformation goals and program building and general conservation and efficiency work for the group. The right candidate is passionate about water conservation, waterwise landscapes, and outdoor water use. Candidates with experience in waterwise landscaping, horticulture, outdoor water conservation, and customer service are encouraged to apply.

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AWE Seeks Applicants for a Water Conservation and Efficiency Research Intern

The Research Intern will have the opportunity to highlight how utilities have collaborated with their communities, universities and educators, and related water- and landscape-focused industries (like retailers, nurseries, gardens, and landscape and irrigation contractors) to save water and address water resource challenges amidst a changing climate. Their work will also investigate how utilities are advancing equitable outcomes through improved processes and programs.

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Castle Rock Water has an outstanding opportunity for a Water Quality Regulatory Manager. This position performs professional and technical managerial work supervising the various regulatory programs within Castle Rock Water. This role oversees a variety of services related to compliance with regulatory requirements for various drinking water, wastewater, reclaimed water, watershed protection, and stormwater programs. Work includes supervising staff, overseeing health and safety programs and water quality, stormwater, and regulatory compliance programs. This position represents the Towns interests through regulatory and watershed management agencies and provides technical advisement on issues impacting policy and procedures. Regulatory will necessarily include Cross Connection, Water Testing, Reporting, and State and Federal Compliance of all required sampling. Performs duties in a manner consistent with the stated values of the organization.

Deadline: This posting will remain open continuously until filled.