WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR LEVEL 3 SUPERVISOR

Job Summary

The City of Aztec’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of its citizens, to promote economic opportunity, and to carry out the responsibility to protect and improve the lives of the residents and visitors of the city. This position aids in achieving this mission by performing the important function of purification of wastewater prior to placing into the Animas River. The position includes routine and emergency repairs to the wastewater plants and occasional help with distribution and collection systems. The position involves performing a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled manual tasks. This is a supervisor level position

Responsibilities

- Operate and maintain the Wastewater Plant, water tanks, pump stations, and reservoirs. Maintenance includes greasing equipment, cleaning, painting, weed control, mowing grass and cleaning drying beds. Work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled (sometimes alone). Check and maintain levels in water storage tanks and reservoirs. Perform daily tests at the Wastewater Plant; utilize test results to make necessary modifications in plant operations; Daily, weekly, and monthly record keeping on instruments as required. Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of vehicles and equipment for him/her self including subordinates. Responsible for coordinating with ditch rider. Performs other duties as required

Experience

- At least six years of experience in wastewater plant operation with knowledge and experience in wastewater treatment techniques.

- Requires working level knowledge, skills, and abilities related to wastewater treatment. Operational and maintenance knowledge of pumping systems and equipment and tools used in pumping systems.

- Knowledge of pH levels and use/application of chemicals to modify same. -Basic mathematical principles. -Basic principles and practices of record keeping. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices including those associated with working with sewer systems and in confined spaces.

- Certificates/Licenses: NM Wastewater Certification (Level 3) issued and current from the State of New Mexico OR under reciprocity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Aztec, NM 87410 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Aztec, NM 87410: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person