Water-Wastewater Plant Operator Level 3 Supervisor

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Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Wastewater Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will perform the important function of water purification for drinking and other household use as well as filtering and disinfecting / purification of wastewater prior to placing into the Animas River. The position includes routine and emergency repairs to the water and wastewater plants and occasional help with distribution and collection systems. The position involves performing a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled manual tasks. This is a supervisor level position.

Duties

• Operate and maintain the Water Plant, Wastewater Plant, water tanks, pump stations, and reservoirs. Maintenance includes greasing equipment, cleaning, painting, weed control, mowing grass and cleaning drying beds. Work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled (sometimes alone).
• Check and maintain levels in water storage tanks and reservoirs.
• Perform daily tests at the Water and Wastewater Plants; utilize test results to make necessary modifications in plant operations; Daily, weekly, and monthly record keeping on instruments as required.
• Responsible for limited spraying insects and application of larvicide for mosquitoes at Water and Wastewater Plants and other areas as directed.
• Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of vehicles and equipment for him/her self-including subordinates.
• Responsible for coordinating with ditch rider. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• May be subject to random drug/alcohol testing as per city policy
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience: At least six years of experience in water or wastewater plant operation with knowledge and experience in water purification and wastewater treatment techniques.
• Requires working level knowledge, skills, and abilities related to water purification and treatment of wastewater.
• Operational and maintenance knowledge of pumping systems and equipment and tools used in pumping systems.
• Knowledge of pH levels and use/application of chemicals to modify same. -Basic mathematical principles. -Basic principles and practices of record keeping.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices including those associated with working with sewer systems and in confined spaces.
• NM Water Certification (Level 3); issued and current from the State of New Mexico OR under reciprocity; able to obtain a New Mexico (Level 3) certification before hire. NM Wastewater Certification (Level 3) issued and current from the State of New Mexico OR under reciprocity; able to obtain a New Mexico (Level 3) certification before hire.
• Recertification of water and wastewater certification as required to maintain certification
• Use of pickup truck, small dump truck, loader-tractor, weed eater, push lawn mower, brooms, rakes, shovels, hand tools and power tools. Required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.88 - $33.03 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $33