Utility Maintenance Worker - Openings in Water and Wastewater

Espanolanmusa; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 21,309 - 30,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits including retirement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A local city service provider in New Mexico is looking for a Utility Maintenance Worker to install and maintain water lines and systems. This role offers extensive on-the-job training to help employees obtain essential certifications, including water operator certifications and a commercial driver's license. A high school diploma or GED and experience in maintenance are required. With a starting pay of $18.75 per hour and a supportive environment for career advancement, this position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to build a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus one year experience in related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License.
• Must be willing to obtain New Mexico Water or Wastewater Level I certification.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain water or wastewater lines.
• Learn to operate equipment including a backhoe.
• Train on-the-job for your NM Water Operator Certifications.

Skills

Motivated individuals

Experience in maintenance or laborer job

Ability to obtain CDL class B

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Utility Maintenance Worker - Openings in Water and Wastewater!

Starting pay updated to $18.75 per hour.

Great opportunity to start your career! The City of Espanola will provide training to help you move forward in your career including training to receive your water or wastewater certifications!

STANDING POSITION, APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. ALSO HIRING OPERATORS WITH NMED CERTIFICATION AT HIGHER PAY, PER PAY PLAN

What you’ll do:

• Install and maintain water or wastewater lines
• Learn to operate equipment including a backhoe
• Perform maintenance on the City’s water or wastewater system
• Train on-the-job for your NM Water Operator Certifications
• Obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license and traffic control flagger certification with our help
• Within your first 16 months, obtain NMED Operator 1 certification and receive a pay increase

What we’re looking for:

• Motivated individuals who want to serve the Española Valley as part of a great team while learning a skilled trade on-the-job!
• High School graduation or GED
• NM driver’s license with a clean driving record
• 1 year of experience in a maintenance or laborer job
• (you can include your part-time work during high school, or summer work on a family farm, etc., to meet the experience requirement!)

What we offer:

• On-the-job training
• Advancement opportunities
• Full benefits including secure PERA retirement, paid time off, paid holidays, and affordable insurance
• Eligible to join the union after 6 months
• See the pay plan in the "Job Details" sidebar. Starting pay is $18.75 per hour with first pay increase upon obtaining flagger certification or CDL
• You can move up in your career with our help!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, plus one year experience in related field or laborer position
• Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License and be insurable by City's vehicle insurance provider
• Must be willing to obtain a New Mexico Water or Wastewater Level I certification within 16 months and CDL class B within one (1) year from hire.

Job Details

Category: Public Works

Status: Open

Excellent career-track position with advancement opportunities. Salary: $18.75 per hour starting pay with increases for certifications and training per pay plan! The City assists employees with obtaining required certifications. Posted November 21, 2025. Closing: Open Until Filled.