Water / Wastewater Operator I - CRRUA

This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date.You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.*** This position is located in the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority Office in Sunland Park/Santa Teresa, NM*** Job Description PURPOSE SUMMARY. Under the direction of the Utilities Operations Manager, responsible for routine operation, maintenance, and repair of water/wastewater systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES. Operate, maintain and clean a variety of equipment, machinery and tools such as liquid sludge application equipment, clarifiers, mechanical bar screens, aeration equipment, chemical feed equipment, pumps and motors. Inspect, test, and aid operations of the water/wastewater systems to determine compliance with Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA), state and federal standards. Conduct measurement of water level drops in various configurations of manhole and the calculations to convert the measurements to water losses. Ensure and monitor the flow and collection of water samples. Prepare as-built drawings and ensure addition of information onto the CRRUA utility base maps. Locate and map existing water/wastewater facilities, as required. Implement the water department back flow prevention/cross connection control program. Responsible for completing and maintaining accurate records in compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), state and federal requirements. Daily check on lift stations and reports customer complaints to the immediate supervisor. ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Perform other related duties as assigned. Will be required to provide 24-hour emergency stand-by duties when assigned. QUALIFICATIONS. A. E ducation. High School or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). B. Experience. One (1) year of full-time experience in utilities inspection, operations or maintenance. C. Education/Experience Substitution. In accordance with CRRUA policy. D. Licenses/Certifications. Valid unrestricted driver’s license. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with CRRUA policy. Current New Mexico Water/Wastewater Level I certification or must obtain within six (6) months of employment. E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must pass a background check and driving record check. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION : Must have knowledge of: Current water/wastewater systems and operating procedures. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Must have skills in: Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic arithmetic. Mathematical calculations associated with operation and maintenance of wastewater facilities. Must have ability to: Analyze and evaluate information accurately and express ideas clearly when providing oral and written reports and recommendations. Use initiative and judgment in working independently while recognizing matters which require the awareness of the Utilities Operations Manager. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others. Responsible for knowing and abiding by all CRRUA policies and procedures. Compensation Range $16.73 - $26.76 Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists. Doña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr