Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

GHD; Questa (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

GHD in Questa, NM is seeking a Wastewater/Water Treatment Plant Operator to oversee operations, interface with clients, and supervise contractors on site. This role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance and reliable plant performance in a dynamic water environment.

The position requires NM certifications, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors; high school diploma is required with prior wastewater plant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School education required.
• NMED Grade 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification and NMED Grade 3 Wastewater Operator Certification.
• Prior wastewater treatment plant experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Analyze field readings and operating parameters to optimize plant operations.
• Design monthly work schedules and allocate tasks to speed workflow.
• Install and test complex systems with guidance.
• Maintain and repair plant and machinery to meet safety standards.
• Prepare data and analytics reports from collected information.
• Coordinate with clients and supervise contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mechanical diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Description

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. As the frequency and intensity of floods, droughts and storms increases, the water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre‑empt and prepare for what’s next. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Wastewater/Water Treatment Plant Operator based in Questa, NM. In this role you will work with the Contamination Assessment Remediation Group, interface directly with clients, oversee and direct contractors, and become a trusted point of contact for our client.

Responsibilities

• Solutions Analysis: Find the most effective ways to respond to routine functional inquiries, following procedures and precedents.
• Testing: Develop product specifications and design test procedures and standards.
• Project Management: Support others by carrying out a range of project management activities.
• Insights and Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities and formal and informal training and coaching. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
• Product and Solution Development: Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities, using established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
• Work Scheduling and Allocation: Design own monthly schedule and, if necessary, assign work to others to speed up office workflow and ensure high-priority tasks get done.
• Equipment Installation: Help specialists set up and test new products or processes; install complex systems with guidance.
• Plant and Machinery Maintenance and Repair: Maintain and repair complex plant and machinery, supervise the work of team members and contractors to ensure operational requirements and regulatory health, safety, and environmental standards are met.

Education

• High School education required.

Experience

• New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) Grade 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification and NMED Grade 3 Wastewater Operator Certification.
• Prior wastewater treatment plant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for periods of time, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally, and work outdoors part-time throughout the year as needed.
• Ability to analyze field readings, data and operating parameters to optimize system operations.
• Must have an Arizona driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Preferred Credentials

• NMED Grade 4 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification.
• NMED Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

EEO Statement

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.