Water Distribution Equipment Operator

City of Las Cruces; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Las Cruces is hiring for a Water Distribution Equipment Operator in the Utilities Department. The role involves operating backhoes, dump trucks, excavators, and other equipment to install, maintain, and repair City water lines.

Profile requires a High School Diploma or GED with four years of water system construction experience, plus a Class A CDL and NM water certifications. The job emphasizes safety, public interaction, and emergency response capabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED AND four (4) years of experience in the construction/installation of water systems, which includes one (1) year of operating construction equipment.
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license is required.
• NM Level II Water Certification required, NM Level III Water Certification desirable.
• Knowledge of OSHA and state safety regulations; operations, services and activities of a water distribution system; methods and techniques of general construction, maintenance and repair; safety hazards, procedures, and equipment used near underground utility lines; traffic control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates, uses, and employs backhoe, tractor, truck, and other equipment to perform assigned water system tasks and performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and systems.
• Digs manholes for water systems; operates a pipe locator to locate meters, valve boxes, and manholes; transports and disposes of solid waste material from locations.
• Interacts with the public to inform them of maintenance, repair, and installation activities; ensures work is completed with minimal disruption to services.
• Ensures adherence to all traffic safety regulations and procedures at all times.
• Participates with crew leaders and other crew members in the operation of the City water systems and infrastructure.
• Responds to water emergencies by assessing the situation; coordinates work crews and completes the work.
• Provides work direction and training to other crew members.
• May operate dump truck (GVWR 53,000 lb), 2.5 ton truck, excavator, or fire truck for larger tasks.

Skills

Equipment operation

Water system knowledge

Public interaction

Safety compliance

Emergency response

Reading & writing

Traffic control

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 4 years water systems construction/installation experience

Tools

CDL Class A

NM Level II Water Certification

NM Level III Water Certification

Job description

The City of Las Cruces is hiring for a Water Distribution Equipment Operator in the Utilities Department. The role involves operating backhoes, dump trucks, excavators, and other equipment to install, maintain, and repair City water lines.

Profile requires a High School Diploma or GED with four years of water system construction experience, plus a Class A CDL and NM water certifications. The job emphasizes safety, public interaction, and emergency response capabilities.