Water and Wastewater Operator

Valliant Consulting Group•Nambe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Tribal Administrator, this role is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and implementation of water and wastewater treatment systems and infrastructure. The position has a strong focus on sewer system maintenance and support for capital project implementation, ensuring that water and wastewater systems operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with tribal policy and regulations.

Requirements

Supervision by the Tribal Administrator.
Operation, maintenance, and implementation of water and wastewater treatment systems and infrastructure.
Focus on sewer system maintenance.
Support for capital project implementation.
Ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operation of systems.
Assisting with project planning, coordination, and execution.
Conducting inspections of new infrastructure.
Coordinating with external parties during projects.
Maintaining project documentation.
Routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of sewer lines.
Responding to sewer issues.
Operating and maintaining lift and pump stations.
Performing maintenance on sewer mains and manholes.
Responding to emergency calls and participating in on-call rotation.
Logging maintenance activities and system conditions.
Monitoring and adjusting treatment processes.
Collecting samples and performing field tests.
Operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment and control systems.
Adhering to safety protocols (confined space entry, lockout/tagout, PPE).
Maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.
Preparing and submitting regulatory reports.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including new installations, upgrades, and rehabilitation work.
Conduct inspections of newly installed infrastructure (pipelines, pump stations, lift stations, treatment equipment) to verify proper construction and functionality.
Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and utility locators during project execution to minimize service disruptions.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of project progress, as-built drawings, and system changes.
Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer lines using jetting/vactor equipment, CCTV inspection, and other tools.
Identify and respond to sewer blockages, backups, overflows, and infrastructure defects (cracks, root intrusion, infiltration/inflow).
Operate and maintain lift stations, pump stations, and associated equipment (pumps, valves, control panels, alarms).
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sewer mains, manholes, and related infrastructure.
Respond promptly to emergency calls involving sewer overflows, spills, or system failures, including after-hours on-call duty as required.
Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, work orders, and system conditions using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or GIS mapping tools.
Monitor and adjust treatment processes to ensure compliance with permit limits and water quality standards.
Collect samples and perform basic field tests (chlorine residual, pH, turbidity, flow rates, etc.) as required.
Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, meters, and control systems (SCADA).
Follow all safety protocols, including confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain compliance with all applicable environmental regulations (e.g., EPA).
Prepare and submit required regulatory reports and documentation.
Participate in on-call rotation for emergency response.
Perform other duties as assigned.