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WATER PRODUCTION OPERATOR II
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POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs daily work assignments for the Water Production Division of the Utilities Department in accordance with the Employee Manual, Department Policies and Procedures, City of Alamogordo Ordinances, and any applicable State or Federal authority.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
With a supervisory endorsement and Department Director approval, Water Production Operator II employees who have met the required qualifications for a Water Production Operator III position are eligible for automatic promotion to the Water Production Operator III position pursuant to the City of Alamogordos Utilities Department Certified Operator Pay Plan Policy.
RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS
Required at the time of hire:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent • Current Water Supply Level 2 WS2 certification issued by the New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission • Valid New Mexico Drivers License with a driving record acceptable to the City of Alamogordo • Valid New Mexico Class A Commercial Drivers License with Tank N endorsement and a driving record acceptable to the City of Alamogordo • Successful completion of NM811 training Excavation Law Class • Valid Traffic Control Technician TCT certification • Water Supply Level 3 WS3 certification issued by the New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission
SKILLS REQUIRED
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment • Knowledge of water treatment processes and procedures • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and equipment manuals • Strong communication and customer service skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties:
• Ensures that water operations comply with operating guidelines and that treated water is safe and acceptable entering the distribution system • Monitors, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and adjusts potable water treatment process equipment, including pumps, motors, pressure-reducing valves, pressure-sustaining valves, pump control valves, water tanks, wells, chemical feed systems, and related plumbing components • Regulates pressures and flow rates in accordance with demand, storage, and production from other sources • Controls the application of hazardous materials and chemicals associated with water treatment processes • Assists with daily rounds of wells, booster stations, and reservoirs, measures, and records flow pressure and chemical feed dosages, records gallons pumped, and number of hours each system ran the previous day • Monitors, interprets, and adjusts computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) controls • Reads records and interprets information taken from computers, gauges, dials, and other instruments, acts on the information as appropriate • Interprets all charts, trends, graphs, and test results • Runs routine laboratory tests to determine proper chemical treatment • Collects various water samples for laboratory analysis and performs simple water quality analysis tests • Collects water samples to monitor and analyze residuals for disinfection control when needed • Assists with the collection of all water compliance samples as required by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) • Conducts water analysis tests to ensure safety and water quality by collecting representative water samples and testing for contaminants and properties associated with water treatment processes • Collects representative water samples to be used by other agencies for water analysis testing for regulation compliance • Installs, maintains, repairs, modifies, troubleshoots, and services potable water production operations machinery and equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, meters, tanks, reservoirs, feeders, and online analyzers • Performs preventative maintenance, oils, greases, cleans, and otherwise services potable water production equipment using hand and power tools to remove, install, and make minor repairs, modifications, or additions to potable water production facilities • Maintains chemical feed pumps to ensure proper dosage of chemicals • Maintains and calibrates various electronic and mechanical equipment • Calibrates water process equipment • Inspects potable water production equipment and facilities to locate and report needed repairs and maintenance, reports, and/or corrects unsafe working conditions • Ensures tools and equipment are properly maintained and meet any scheduled maintenance requirements • Maintains and updates accurate records for the treatment process and prepares logbook entries • Generates and reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for troubleshooting, maintenance of equipment, and water treatment process • Becomes familiar with operation manuals, such as maintenance, treatment, and safety • Secures and transports hazardous chemicals to various facility locations and assists with the transport function by off-loading and loading hazardous chemicals for transport • Responsible for proper traffic control compliance using the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (M.U.T.C.D.) standards to ensure employee safety with equal considerations for public safety and convenience • Performs general potable water production facility upkeep, such as sweeping, mopping, cleaning, sanding, and painting, performs general groundskeeping and housekeeping as required • Operates a variety of heavy equipment, including backhoes, excavators, front-end loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations • Responds to customer complaints regarding water problems • Provides on-the-job training to less experienced employees as assigned, may be called upon to provide functional supervision on a project basis as needed • Participates in a variety of special projects, such as the construction of piping and structural systems related to water treatment processes and conveyance • Receives supplies delivered and ensures that they are properly stored, reports need for materials to supervisory staff • Guides and explains operations to visiting groups • Assists other divisions during emergencies or as may be required to maintain quality service to customers • Drives a City vehicle in the performance of duties • Contributes to a high-quality work culture through participation in training and mentoring to develop skills, including safety-related training and skills • Interacts professionally and provides excellent customer service to all levels of City staff and citizens to ensure high operational and service standards • Performs duties in accordance with the Employee Manual, Department Policies and Procedures, City of Alamogordo Ordinances, and any applicable State or Federal authority.
OTHER IMPORTANT DUTIES
• Must obtain and maintain all licenses, certifications, and safety training necessary to safely perform assigned duties and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and department policies • Required to perform on-call rotation duties outside of normal work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays • Non-traditional work hours are necessary during evenings, weekends, and holidays to prevent or reduce the disruption of water services to customers • Maintains the confidentiality of information obtained during the performance of duties • Performs such other duties as may be assigned
POSITION
Position 81530001 Code 260010-1 Type INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Location WATER PRODUCTION STAFF Job Family UTILITIES - MAINTENANCE PLANTS Job Class WATER PRODUCTION OPERATOR II Posting Start 01302026 Posting End 12319999 Maximum Hourly Rate 26.00