Field Operations Manager

The Field Operationsteam delivers daily tokeep our water distribution and wastewater collection systems running safely and reliably every day. We are looking for an experienced Field Operations Manager to lead this critical team drive operational excellence and shape the long-term strategy for our distribution and collection this role you will oversee system maintenance emergency response regulatory compliance and the people who make it all happenfrom FieldOperationsSupervisors to frontlineOperators. If you are a proven leader with technical knowledge and a passion for protectingmaintaining and improvingcritical infrastructure this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact inour community.

Why work for usOur team is deeply committed to our benefitsthemountain community setting and a culture that values growth and collaborationand there are few better places to do this kind of work.

Day-to-Day Reality

No two days are the samebut every day includes:

• Leading field crewsin water systems infrastructure maintenance: Setting direction removing obstacles and ensuring teams are aligned on priorities regulatorycomplianceand safety.
• Coordinating operations across critical infrastructure: Lift stations distribution systemscollection systems booster pump stations PRVs and all the pipesin betweenensuringeverything runs efficiently and proactively.
• Responding to the unexpected: Main breaks system alarms weather impacts emergency responsethis role requires calm decisive leadership in real time.
• Driving preventative maintenance and asset management: Shifting from reactive fixes to proactive data-informed decision-makingwith computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and technology
• Partnering across departments: Working with engineering customer service water conservation and leadership to ensure system-wide alignment.

Where Leadership Matters Most

This role is defined by leadershipon the ground with your team and in the moments that matter. A strong Field Operations Manager focuses on:

• Building a high-performing self-sustaining team by developing people building trust and creating a culture of accountability
• Shifting from reactive to proactive operations through smart prioritization preventative maintenance and data-driven planning
• Creating clarity and alignment so teams understand priorities and execute consistently
• Leading with confidence under pressure to keep systems running and decisions clear when it counts
• Driving continuous improvement by streamlining workflows and increasing efficiency
• Championing safety and culture so every team member goes home safe whilemaintaininghigh standards

• Experience:Seven years of technical experience in water distribution wastewater collection or related field operations required or a bachelorsdegree and five years of technical experience. At least five years of total people management experience including two or more years directly supervising professional staff.
• Certifications:State of Colorado Wastewater Collection III and Water Distribution III certifications required withinthe first year of employment. PACP MACPand LACP certifications from NASSCOare alsorequired within thefirst year. Mustpossessavaliddrivers license and obtain CPR/First Aid certification within six months of hire.
• Technical Knowledge:Strong workingknowledgeof water distribution and wastewater collection systems maintenance management and CMMS platforms (Cityworksor similar). Familiarity with capital planning budget preparation and operational reporting.
• Leadership & Communication:Demonstratedability to lead and develop teams manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with staff leadership and external stakeholders. Collaborative solutions-oriented and comfortable working in both office and field environments.

Schedule and Work Location

This is a primarily on-site field-capable role. The Field Operations Manager works Monday through Friday and must be available to respond to emergency after hours weekend and holiday work isrequired.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $132246.40 $198369.60. Starting range depends on qualifications butgenerally fallswithin the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.

We are committed to recognizing andretaininghigh performing employees and have performance-based annual merit increases cost of living adjustments and annual market evaluations.

Benefits

At ERWSD we value life-work balance and are leaders in the industry with our holistic benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
• Employee housing and monthly housing stipend program
• Wellness program
• Retirement savings plans (414h and 457) We are a social security exempt organization
• 13.5 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave
• $800 Annual Recreation Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan programs for: Ski Passes Electric Vehicles and Computers
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

All District employees mustsubmitto a pre-employment drug screen and extensive background check including educational verification and reference check. For a full position description including work environment and physical demands email.

All applicants must apply online at by May 17 2025.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin sex age disability sexual orientation marital status genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.