WWTP OPERATOR IV

Under the general direction of the Wastewater Superintendent. This position serves as a working foreman in operations, laboratory analysis, maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facilities and the collection system.

• Directs and coordinates the daily activities of employees engaged in the construction, maintenance, and repair of wastewater collection system and treatment facility under the direction of the superintendent.

• Assists the superintendent in the preparation of an annual budget for the wastewater division.

• Provides both written and verbal reports to the superintendent.

• Maintains records for efficient facility operation and to comply with state and federal regulations.

• Inspects work in progress by subordinates to assure it is being done properly.

• Confers and corresponds with citizens and interested parities to answer complaints and to explain plans and activities.

• Trains employees in the wastewater division.

• Takes samples, conducts tests, and monitors records, charts, and equipment taking corrective actions as necessary to comply with control and discharge requirements.

• Develops and maintains wastewater treatment plant landscaping and farm operations.

• Supervises the maintenance of equipment, buildings, and grounds in a clean and orderly manner.

• Analyses and evaluates wastewater division operations and maintenance functions.

• Keeps current and up-to-date operating and maintenance manuals governing the entire wastewater division.

• Participates with the superintendent and director in the development of wastewater policy changes and modifications.

• Performs all duties assigned to lower level operators when deemed necessary by the superintendent to maintain operational compliance.

Must have or be able to obtain within a twelve month period or the next available testing date a Level IV Operators Certification of New Mexico. Must have at least four years of hands on experience in the wastewater field. Must have or be able to obtain a valid New Mexico Commercial Drivers License with the appropriate endorsements within three months or the first available testing date. Position requires safety toe footwear. Due to the environmental sensitivity and requirements of operation of the facility the above milestones must be met to continue employment.