This is a position in which an employee maintains and repairs water and wastewater equipment. This position reports to the Utilities Director.
The Utility Maintenance Operator performs routine and/or emergency repairs of water and wastewater equipment, while performing the following tasks:
A. 
Performs maintenance and repair of water and wastewater equipment used in the collection, treatment and disposal of wastewater and the production and distribution of water supplies.
B. 
Performs maintenance and repair of related components and equipment.
C. 
Repairs and maintains pumps, motors, blowers, chlorine and ultraviolet disinfection systems, valves, piping and related equipment using standard and specialized tools.
D. 
Maintains accurate work order files and logs.
E. 
Submits purchase requisitions for parts and supplies.
F. 
Assists other operators in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
G. 
Must be available for responding to emergency situations on a twenty-four-hour basis.
H. 
Performs related duties as assigned; required to perform stand-by duty.
The minimum qualifications for the Utility Maintenance Operator are:
A. 
Any combination of education above the high school level, training and/or experience in current water/wastewater systems and operating procedures; system processes and equipment; tools and equipment involved in the servicing, maintenance and repair of the systems; installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, safety and installation codes; use and care of electrical equipment as well as power and hand tools.
B. 
High school diploma or GED and four years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
C. 
Eighteen years of age, proved by a birth certificate or other acceptable legal documentation as proof of age.
D. 
Citizenship in the United States or alien work status documents pursuant to the federal immigration laws is required.
E. 
Possession of a valid, unrestricted New Mexico driver's license.
F. 
Basic knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety practices in the wastewater operations and maintenance field.
G. 
Ability to operate powered and manual equipment and tools used in wastewater operations; to present information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; to establish effective working relationships with associates and the public.
Work is outside and inside, sometimes in inclement weather. Employees are exposed to chemicals, toxic gases and fumes, and to infections and diseases. The employee may be required to lift up to 100 pounds. Irregular working hours are required.
There will be a six-month probationary period, at which time an evaluation of job performance will be conducted and discussed with the employee. At this time, the employee will be either made a regular employee, be allowed to continue on probationary period, not to exceed one year total, or be terminated based on evaluation results.