Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic II

City of Las Cruces•Las Cruces, NM

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Leads, supports, and performs the maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment plant or wastewater systems equipment, lift stations, pumps, motors, and associated piping to ensure efficient services to users and minimize malfunctions. This position involves working approximately 15% inside and 85% outside with exposure to all weather conditions, mechanical, explosive, electrical hazards, and burns. The role requires working with chemicals, gas burners, acids, bases, and hydrogen sulfide, with exposure to odors and sewage mists. Protective clothing, including SCBA, face shields, eye protectors, hard hats, steel-toe shoes, chemical protection aprons, and hearing protection, is mandatory. The job entails heavy physical work, including lifting up to 100 pounds, climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces, sometimes using SCBA. Visual and color acuity are necessary for fine motor/pump alignment and working near live electrical wiring. Hearing engine/motor sounds is crucial for problem identification. This position requires overtime and standby duty, potentially including weekends, holidays, and nights. It involves competing demands, multitasking, working to deadlines, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is essential, and the position is subject to drug testing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Three (3) years of experience in wastewater plant maintenance OR wastewater system maintenance (dependent on assignment)
Valid driver's license (for wastewater plant maintenance assignments)
Valid Class B commercial driver's license (for wastewater collections maintenance assignments)
Acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies
NM Level II Wastewater Certification required
NM Level III Wastewater Certification must be obtained within one year of date of hire
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant or wastewater system processes and equipment
Knowledge of tools and equipment involved in the servicing, repair, and construction of a wastewater plant or wastewater systems
Knowledge of compost operations
Knowledge of state EPA and federal OSHA regulations
Knowledge of wastewater treatment plant or system operations permit requirements and hazards
Knowledge of chemicals used in plant or system operations and in treatment of odors in wastewater collections
Knowledge of current principles of record keeping and records management
Knowledge of principles and practices of effective research methods and data analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques
Knowledge of occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices
Knowledge of safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment
Knowledge of current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
Knowledge of business and personal computers and related software applications
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures
Ability to perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines
Ability to ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives
Ability to read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations
Ability to collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and data
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills
Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
Ability to safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles
Ability to work in confined/restrictive environments, use SCBA equipment, and pass annual confined-space physical
Ability to maintain constant alertness and concentration
Ability to navigate across even and uneven surfaces
Ability to timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats
Ability to take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines
Skills in reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
Skills in effectively managing assignments
Skills in responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority
Skills in responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions
Skills in effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities
Skills in preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence
Skills in researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats
Skills in operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software
Skills in preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner
Skills in demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills
Skills in performing highly effective support in assigned areas

Nice To Haves

A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Responsibilities

Leads and performs the repair and maintenance of wastewater plant or systems equipment, including Vactor trucks, lift stations, pumps, motors, valves, piping, Genset, blowers, compressors, and related equipment.
Provides preventive maintenance of all Lift Station equipment to prevent breakdowns.
Performs Vactor truck repairs that can be completed in-house to avoid downtime.
Operates and uses Vactor truck to make repairs at lift stations to avoid spills and restore equipment to service.
Pulls, evaluates, and inspects lift station pumps, fabricates tools and parts to maintain equipment operation.
Assists other crews in sewer line or manhole repairs and installations.
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment using a work order system, monitors work orders and assignments, and supports lower-level mechanics.
Maintains plant odor control equipment at odor control sites.
Serves as a liaison between plant and maintenance staff, providing training, assigning and reviewing work, and directing work activities.
Maintains work order files and logs, purchases and procures parts and supplies, and communicates with vendors.
Performs maintenance on buildings, including door repairs and painting.
Works with crews in repairing broken sewer lines or installing new sewer services.
Provides performance feedback, trains, and instructs employees, participates in staff evaluations, and ensures staff maintain safety standards and adhere to policies.
Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats and systems to ensure data integrity.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.