Water Conservation Technician (Seasonal) at Resource Central

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Sprinkler System Testing, Irrigation Programming, Public Education, Fieldwork, Sustainability, Bilingual Communication, Time Management

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description Job Title: Water Conservation Technician Pay Rate: $20.00/hour Employer: Resource Central; Boulder, CO Start Date: June 1, 2026 Reports To: Water Program Manager, Slow the Flow Job Status: Seasonal About Resource Central - Resource Central is an award-winning nonprofit in Boulder, Colorado, determined to make conservation so simple that you don’t even realize you’re doing it. Established in 1976, our innovative programs have helped more than 1,000,000 people save water, conserve energy, and reduce waste—and we're just getting started. Learn more at ResourceCentral.org. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from a range of social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Job Purpose - Water scarcity is one of the biggest issues in Colorado, and Resource Central’s Slow the Flow program partners with over 40 Colorado municipalities and water providers to empower residents to save water through efficient irrigation practices. To date, Slow the Flow has helped Colorado residents save over 200 million gallons of water! Join our team as a Water Conservation Technician to help further our impact by completing sprinkler system checkups and providing simple recommendations to reduce water use on lawns. This is a full-time, field-based position that involves daily driving from home to sprinkler evaluation appointments. Fieldwork is along the Colorado Front Range, primarily in and around Fort Collins, Longmont, Boulder, Westminster, Denver, or Parker; appointments are typically assigned within 30 miles of a technician’s residence. The position starts June 1, 2026 and is expected to last into August or September 2026. Compensation includes $20.00/hr base pay, opportunities to earn bonuses based on exceptional attendance, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, paid training, and accrued paid sick leave. Be part of a high-impact, rapidly growing environmental nonprofit that’s driving real change across Colorado! Principal Responsibilities The essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Help people conserve water by conducting sprinkler system checkups at homes, businesses, and other properties; we provide training. Travel from home to worksite locations daily; appointment locations are assigned to minimize technician commute times when possible; we provide mileage reimbursement. Test sprinkler systems and program sprinkler control clocks to improve system performance and provide a more efficient watering schedule. Educate homeowners and business owners on best practices in outdoor water use. Participate in regularly scheduled meetings in person, online, and on the phone. Assist with other Slow the Flow tasks or Resource Central programs as assigned. Foster Inclusion to help build a strong sense of belonging by ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and included at Resource Central. Qualifications Outstanding customer service skills and ability to maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude is required. Must be at least 18 years of age upon start date. Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, daily access to a reliable automobile, and a smartphone required. Must pass and maintain a clean background check and driving record evaluation if offered a position. Daily travel to worksites in and around either Fort Collins, Longmont, Boulder, Westminster, Denver, or Parker required; appointments are typically assigned within 30 miles of a technician’s residence. Ability to safely lift 30 pounds, walk continuously throughout the workday, kneel, lift, and bend repeatedly required. Ability to safely work outdoors in all kinds of weather including high temperatures and rain required. Experience in fieldwork, landscaping, sprinklers, or sustainability preferred. Bilingual skills are a plus. To apply, please complete and submit an application on our Resource Central Careers page. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. For assistance related to accessibility or the online application process, please email hr@resourcecentral.org. #STF Resource Central is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, gender expression, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable state or local law. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based on these grounds.

Responsibilities

Conduct sprinkler system checkups and program control clocks to improve water efficiency for residential and business properties. Educate clients on outdoor water conservation best practices and participate in program meetings.