Utility Operator

California Water Group•Belen, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

New Mexico Water Service (NMWS) is seeking a Water/Wastewater Operator (WWO) to perform work in both water and wastewater operations. This role involves the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems and production facilities, as well as wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, and sewer collection systems. The position also includes reading water meters, providing customer service, and potentially working in other NMWS systems as assigned. The company is described as the third largest publicly traded water utility in the United States, committed to providing water and wastewater services and improving the quality of life for its customers, communities, and employees. NMWS has been recognized as a Top Workplace®, a Great Place to Work®, and a J.D. Power leader in customer satisfaction.

Requirements

High school diploma or possession of a GED
Must obtain New Mexico Water Supply Level 1 and Wastewater Level 1 certification no later than the first available testing opportunity following the first anniversary of the hire date.
Must obtain New Mexico Water Supply Level 2 and Wastewater Level 2 certification no later than the first available testing opportunity following the second anniversary of the hire date.
Must be available for call-outs evenings, weekends and holidays and rotating on-call duty.
Must reside within 60 minutes of the NMWS office or assigned service area.
Valid, unrestricted, New Mexico Driver License

Nice To Haves

One year experience in a water facility desired

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains water systems, including wells, pumps, booster pumps, water mains, service lines, meters and meter cans, valve boxes, chlorination and treatment equipment, fire hydrants and valves.
Operates and maintains wastewater systems including treatment facilities, well, lift stations, filters, pressure tanks, and other appurtenances and equipment.
Utilizes equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, vactor trucks, compressors, jackhammers, tampers, tractors, and jetters.
Monitors the operation of water and wastewater systems in accordance with state, federal and other regulatory requirements, and Company practices and procedures.
Monitors gauges, dials, meters, control panels, and other recording instruments; interprets results to determine processing requirements; records data and maintains routine and daily records and shift logs.
Collects samples, performs laboratory analyses; interprets results, and troubleshoots water and wastewater quality issues as necessary.
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on all equipment.
Installs, repairs, and replaces water and wastewater mains and service lines.
Performs fire flow testing and hydrant maintenance.
Locates and marks underground facilities.
Repairs and performs maintenance on sewer collection system and appurtenances.
Reads meters, delivers disconnect notices, and completes work orders.
Assists customers in person and by telephone, addressing questions regarding billing, payments, conservation and water quality.
Coordinates with other operators to ensure continuity of job duties.
Operates centrifuge to process sludge, cleans wells with pressure washer, and decants/refills wasting tanks.
Completes door hangers and distributes them to inform customers of impending disconnections or work taking place.
Performs general plant and grounds maintenance work.
Participates in the on-call rotation as required.
Participate in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program.
Perform other duties as assigned in order to fulfill business operational needs and Company objectives.
Attend meetings and training as directed by NMWS.