Water/Wastewater Operator IV- Facilities and Services

Dona Ana County • Las Cruces, NM

395d • $43,264 - $69,597

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater Operator IV position at Dona Ana County involves assisting in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and related equipment. The role is critical for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining efficient wastewater treatment processes.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years full-time experience in wastewater facility operations providing extensive knowledge of biological processes, equipment, tools, physical operations, and methods used in inspecting, cleaning, operating, and maintaining wastewater facilities.
• Valid driver's license and must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy.
• Current NM Wastewater Level IV certification.
• Must pass a background and driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily plant operating and maintenance functions.
• Record instrument readings and laboratory data for monthly reports and as required from EPA and State of New Mexico Environmental Department.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Clean facilities and inspect and repair equipment.
• Collect samples and record equipment operations.
• Perform plant process control and adjust aeration and wasting rates to keep treatment facility operating efficiently and in compliance.
• Take dissolve oxygen readings in aeration tanks and effluent to ensure compliance.
• Assist in performing lab testing to include pH, MLSS, BOD, TSS, and E. coli.
• Operate associated thickening equipment (waste pumps, Belt Filter Press, Sludge beds) to maintain proper biological treatment capabilities.
• Operate assorted pumps and valves used to control flows and treatment processes based upon established parameters.
• Detect malfunctions and notify supervision promptly to ensure wastewater treatment systems and equipment are operating within prescribed limits.
• Follow established preventive maintenance program to enhance the longevity of equipment and facilities.
• Collect daily flow meter readings for monthly reports.
• Check the hours at lift pump stations and ensure pumps are working properly.
• Assist with inspections of new sewer services installed by contractors when needed.
• Assist other operators in the maintenance of the collection system to include routine cleaning of wastewater mains, emergency backups.
• Assist in locating sewer services in the collection system with the use of camera equipment.
• Assist with NM811 line locating of our wastewater utility lines and services using As-build plans.
• Respond to customer odor complaints, find the source of the problem and report to supervisor.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED