Job Description

Nature of Work

Provide oversight and work direction to assigned crew engaged in the processes, operations, and maintenance related to wastewater and advanced water treatment plant equipment and systems.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Position functions primarily in a plant environment; outdoor work involves exposure to all traffic and weather conditions, chemicals, fumes, odors, gases, raw wastewater, sludge, and mechanical/electrical equipment hazards. Protective clothing includes safety harness, SCBA equipment, face shields, eye protection, hard hats, safety shoes, hearing protection, and gloves.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

Moderate physical activity; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; crawling, bending, climbing, kneeling, squatting, and working in confined spaces.

WORK SITUATION FACTORS

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, shift work, working extended hours to meet work requirements, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policy.
FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Full-time regular, union represented, non-exempt position.

This position is graded at BC14.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedules, assigns, and oversees daily activities of work crew; inspects completed work to assure compliance with standards and safety requirements, provides training to instruct staff on proper work processes and procedures; serves as technical support to other employees; provides input into performance evaluation of assigned staff; maintains work records and logs in various mediums and formats to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless services.
• Operates, maintains, monitors, and controls water treatment plant process equipment including pumps, motors, aerators, blowers, chlorinators, chemical feeds, sludge equipment and basic laboratory instruments to ensure treated water meets all applicable City, state and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) quality standards.
• Inspects plant processes to ensure disinfection and effluent requirements meet or exceed National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements; monitors and reviews laboratory results and instrument readings to make adjustments as necessary.
• Reviews, maintains, creates, and updates records, forms, and reports in various automated systems, formats, and software for accuracy to ensure data integrity, compliance, and adherence to internal controls policies and practices.
• Prepares and presents various special and recurring reports, performs research and analysis to communicate and distribute information as required and requested; provides recommendations to assist in the development and implementation processes and procedures.
• Collects samples for analysis and reporting using prescribed methods and techniques to make appropriate adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinates, monitors, and oversees work orders and activities required for safe operations and the preventive maintenance of systems and equipment to ensure consistent and effective operations. May assist with maintenance as required and appropriate to assure timely repairs.
• Performs a variety of functions related to the Compost project including aeration activities and taking samples and temperature readings to monitor status and results.
• Interacts with customers to provide the appropriate level of response to inquiries, issues of concern, and requests for information, or explanation, regarding various services, processes, policies, and/or procedures.
• Performs functions related to the general upkeep, cleaning, maintenance and repair of facilities and grounds to assure a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Water Technology or related field PLUS four (4) years of experience in the operation of an advanced wastewater treatment facility. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Valid driver\'s license is required. New Mexico Level IV Wastewater Systems Operator Certification is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of: applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures related to the activities, functions, and maintenance of plant equipment and distribution systems to ensure effective, efficient, and safe, operations; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; characteristics and properties of related substances and chemicals to ensure safe, appropriate, and effective use and storage; proper management, use, and retention of material safety data sheets (MSDS); sampling techniques and analysis; principles, techniques, and practices of effective and respectful customer service; materials, tools, and equipment used to maintain facilities, systems, and grounds; techniques, principles, and practices of effective and efficient materials management and control, and records management to successfully meet established goals and objectives; business and personal computers and software applications; principles and practices of effective employee supervision; firmly and impartially coach, lead and direct the activities of staff City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.
Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet deadlines and to ensure achievement of goals and objectives; plan, organize, and coordinate the work of staff; read, understand, interpret, and ensure compliance with a variety of specifications, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities, programs, and functions; effectively maintain, operate and interpret results from a variety of industry related tools, instruments, equipment, and devices; detect needed repairs and make necessary adjustments; safely operate associated tools, equipment, and motor vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; work effectively in confined spaces, use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment and pass annual confined-space physical; maintain concentration; use sound judgment in decision-making with routine operations and during malfunctions or other emergencies; perform technical reading and writing; communicate appropriately and effectively orally and in writing; make mathematical calculations to verify calculations submitted for compliance and accuracy; compile applicable information and maintain accurate records; prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings; review documents and extract relevant information; respond effectively to emergency situations; operate a two-way communication device to communicate with crews and supervisors; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees and the public; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.
Skills in: analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations to address issues and/or improve services, procedures, policies, and methods based on findings; researching, interpreting and communicating policies, regulations, and technical procedures and information; effectively managing and leading staff and delegating tasks; using independent judgment and personal initiative; maintaining complete and accurate records; operating tools, equipment, and a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; interpreting technical instructions and analyzing complex variables.

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