Mechanic Specialist

The Mechanic Specialist position is based at the Otero Pump Station and supports the Homestake Water Project, a partnership between Colorado Springs Utilities and Aurora Water. Therefore, the selected candidate must reside in the general vicinity of Buena Vista, Colorado to meet the service territory requirements. The Mechanic Specialist will install, maintain, repair, and operate pump station equipment and pipelines and is also responsible for operating construction equipment.  A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) is required.

This position is essential to the transmission of the finest water to our customers in Colorado Springs and Aurora, Colorado. Your expert mechanical knowledge will be utilized to ensure the effective operation and maintenance of the equipment across our system.

This position requires the successful candidate to work standby and overtime as needed.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining and troubleshooting large raw water pumping systems, valves and pipelines
• Performing work outdoors and indoors. Assignments are characterized by intermittent exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous mountain driving conditions, frequent bending, heavy lifting, high noise levels, and noxious fumes. Winter conditions may require considerable walking in deep snow involving the use of snowshoes
• Assisting with the installation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of a variety of mechanical equipment, pumps, valves, piping, heavy equipment, and vehicles, which support the Homestake Water Project water collection and delivery system
• Inspecting plant equipment, pumps, valves, motors, compressors, construction equipment, in order to trace and locate malfunctions
• General cleaning; custodial duties
• Operating construction equipment
• Performing building maintenance involving carpentry, painting, HVAC, plumbing concrete, and other related building repairs
• Managing a preventive maintenance program
• Complying with the safety and health program in support of an incident and injury free workplace
• Performing other duties and' responsibilities as assigned

Why should you apply?  As an integral member of the team you will be utilizing your professional experience providing guidance and making decisions that can have a positive impact to the overall growth of our community. You will have the opportunity to work with a very dedicated team of professionals who are passionate in their service to our community.

What will it take to be successful?

• Demonstrated years of progressively responsible mechanical equipment and plant maintenance experience and be willing to enter training to learn all duties of a Mechanic Specialist for Homestake operations.
• Experience in heavy equipment operation is preferred.  
• A valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B (CDLN) liquid bulk/cargo Tank and air brakes is required (or the ability to get within six months of hire)
  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDLN)-liquid bulk/cargo Tank is preferred)
• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • This position typically requires: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
  • This position may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises.
  • Very Heavy Work: Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Who We Are

• One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
• A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
• Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements
• Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in one of the most desired cities to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023)

Our Commitment to Our Employees…  
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities.  They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving.  We do not just say people are important – we prove it!  That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

• Time Off – Because everybody needs time off to recharge
  • Vacation – New employees accrue 13 days of paid time off to start, while our more tenured employees accrue 24 days per year
  • Personal Leave –3 days per year of personal leave
  • Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
  • Sick Leave – Accrue 12 days of sick leave annually for those days when you or a family member is feeling under the weather
  • Vacation Buy – Purchase up to 40 hours of additional vacation time
• Pension Plan – Looking forward to a comfortable lifestyle once you’re done working? The Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) provides you with retirement benefits and peace of mind when you retire 
• Medical – Select from three comprehensive medical plans, starting at $0 per month.  Employees also enjoy access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Wellness Program – Voluntary wellness program that allows you and your spouse to each earn up to $500 to use towards healthcare expenses, $100 in Visa gift cards, and up to $400 in gym membership reimbursements
• Dental – Select from two dental plans, with in-network PPO preventive care covered at 100% and access to orthodontia coverage (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Vision – Voluntary plan that covers full vision care services and discounts on LASIK eye surgery (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Retirement Saving Programs – Supplement your pension plan with voluntary retirement programs such as the PERAPlus 401(k) and MissionSquare’s Roth IRA and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage – Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance available for purchase (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Makes the going a little easier by aiding with mental health, stress management, work-life balance, financial and legal matters, and much more
• Long-Term Care Insurance (LTC) – Whether it's due to an accident or a serious illness, LTC insurance is available for purchase to help you and your loved ones (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Life Insurance – Company-paid life insurance and supplemental coverage available (effective the 1st of the month following your start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement – Employees are eligible to receive up to $5,250 annually for Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying Public Service Employer – Payments made towards student loans may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program