Water Utility Worker – CDL Class A

HKA Enterprises, Inc.; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Water Utility Worker in New Mexico to install, operate, maintain, and repair water distribution infrastructure. You will manage mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, PRVs, and meters, while operating heavy equipment and supporting daily utility operations.

The role requires a safety-conscious approach and a valid NM driver’s license, with CDL preferred. This is a contract-to-hire position with a strong union benefits package after conversion and on-call

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• NM Water Supply Level 1 or NM Water Distribution System 1 certification is preferred or obtainable within 2 years.
• Driver's license required; CDL may be needed for specific tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, locate, maintain, and repair water distribution infrastructure—mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, PRVs, and meters.
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
• Locate and mark underground water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services using maps and tools.
• Operate heavy equipment including dump trucks, hydro excavators, and Ditch Witch.
• Dig, refill, and maintain ditches and trenches; haul and spread sand, gravel, dirt, and waste products.
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain grounds and facilities.
• Follow all project SOPs and inventory control procedures.
• Respond to on-call shifts and after-hours callouts in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all contacts.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Digital literacy

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

NM Water Supply Level 1 or NM Water Distribution System 1 certification

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Mobile apps

Job description

We're looking for a reliable, safety-conscious Water Utility Worker to install, operate, maintain, and repair water distribution infrastructure across New Mexico. You'll work on water mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, PRVs, and meters — operating heavy equipment and supporting day-to-day utility operations. This is a contract-to-hire role with a strong union benefits package after conversion. Pay: $21.40 per hour

What you'll do

• Install, operate, locate, maintain, and repair water distribution infrastructure — mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, PRVs, and meters
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance of water and wastewater systems
• Locate and mark underground water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services using maps and tools
• Operate heavy equipment including dump trucks, hydro excavators, and Ditch Witch
• Dig, refill, and maintain ditches and trenches; haul and spread sand, gravel, dirt, and waste products
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections; maintain grounds and facilities
• Follow all project SOPs and inventory control procedures
• Respond to on-call shifts and after-hours callouts in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all contacts

Deal breakers

• Valid New Mexico driver's license
• New Mexico Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• High school diploma or GED
• 1–2 years of experience working in the water utility field

Nice to have

• Knowledge of water distribution operations and maintenance

Competency

• Operating heavy equipment

Digital literacy

• Maintenance management systems, mobile apps

Certification

• NM Water Supply Level 1 or NM Water Distribution System 1 certification — or ability to obtain within 2 years