The goal of the Operator in Training (OIT) is to prepare individuals for a career as operators in the Water/Wastewater Industry. The OIT will assist individuals with becoming well trained, certified Water Treatment, or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators who are qualified to perform their duties in a professional, safe, and permit compliant manner.
- Participates in the operations and maintenance of water/wastewater treatment equipment according to applicable rules and regulations; collects various water/wastewater samples; keep accurate records and logs on all lift station activities.
- Report any failures or operating difficulties to appropriate staff;
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Assists in the operation, monitoring and maintenance of lift stations throughout the Pueblo of Sandia; performs preventive maintenance on all lift station equipment.
- Adjusts and maintains all water/wastewater treatment plant processing equipment; investigates equipment failure, determines cause and takes necessary action.
- Maintains and operates various vehicles land equipment including dump truck and landscaping tools; performs a variety of landscaping work as needed.
- Interpret and act on information taken from SCADA, gauges, meters, charts, and other instruments;
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Operates computers, generators, automatic sampling system and associated treatment equipment.
- Assists Operator I, II & Lead on projects.
- Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping, cleaning, hosing down tanks, walkways, rooms and cleaning tanks and other equipment; and perform related duties as required
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18 years of age;
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High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
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Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License.
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Must be able to obtain a New Mexico Water and Wastewater I Certificate within 1 and 6 months of employment.
