Operator I

New Mexico Rural Water Association; Vadodara; On-site; INR 3,130,755 - 4,143,646; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17 days of paid time off

$650 annual allowance for boots and uniforms

Health, dental, vision insurance

Training for water certification

Progressive pay increases for certification

Job summary

A regional water authority is seeking a Water Operator to manage the operation and maintenance of water production, treatment, and distribution systems. The role requires at least three years of experience in water operations and a New Mexico Level III certification. Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing quality control, and conducting training sessions. The position offers a starting pay of $34.31/hr and various employee benefits such as paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in water operations.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Experience in operating water treatment plants preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains water treatment and distribution systems.
• Performs minor repairs and quality control testing.
• Leads training sessions for operators.

Skills

Knowledge of water treatment plant operations

Ability to operate valves, pumps, and motors

Knowledge of water analyses and arsenic removal

Experience with SCADA systems

Proficient with computer software

Education

High school diploma or GED

New Mexico Level III certification in water

Job description

Starting Pay Rate: $34.31/hr (Can negotiate for the right candidate)

Location: Santa Fe, NM

Shift: Monday to Friday, 08:00 AM to 04:30 PM (We are flexible with hours)

Additional Benefits Once Converted to an Employee

• 17 days of paid time off
• $650 annual allowance for boots and uniforms
• Health, dental, vision insurance covered (no out of pocket premiums)
• Training provided to encourage and promote employees to obtain water certification
• Progressive pay increases for obtaining water certification
• Discounted stock purchase

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• New Mexico Level III certification in water
• Minimum of three years’ experience in water operations
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of water treatment plant operations; operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors; principles and methods of water analyses and arsenic removal and sewage analyses
• Four years’ experience in operating water treatment plants
• Knowledge of principles of supervision and training
• A working knowledge of instrumentation and controls, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
• Knowledge of computer software including development of spreadsheets and word processing documents and entering information to data management systems

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

Responsibilities

General Statement

Performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a water production, treatment and distribution system including maintenance of equipment, quality control/testing and day-to-day activities on an assigned shift. This position requires a New Mexico Level III or IV certification.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, and performs minor repairs on water treatment and/or distribution system
• Installs, operates and repairs water distribution and collection systems including mains, service lines, fire hydrants, water valves, PRV’s and water meters
• Reads and monitors gauges, meters, and control panels
• Starts and stops equipment, and operates valves to route and control flow
• Makes process control adjustments, determines, and sets proper chemical dosage and flow rates
• Operation of instrumentation and controls, and SCADA
• Diagnoses operating problems and performs necessary corrective action during work shift
• Inspects equipment, oversees maintenance and initiates needed repairs
• Complies and reports non-compliance with OMI and Project Policies and Procedures
• Makes operating decisions in absence of supervisory personnel
• Prepares required reports and maintains complete record keeping procedures
• Participate in, and assist with, the training of Operators
• Conducts meetings and training sessions pertaining to safety, process control, etc.
• Maintains shift log and records meter and gauge readings
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests and analyses
• Performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties
• Works safely and adheres to established safety procedures
• Ability and willingness to work on-call shifts, as requested, including being fit and able to respond to call-ins in a timely manner
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during work