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Wastewater Operator III

Shall have a certification level 3 for wastewater system operation from EPA or equivalent

Job Description:

The Wastewater Operator (WWO) III position shall have a certification level 3 for wastewater system operation from EPA or equivalent. Pueblo of San Felipe to provide training and cover associated costs to attain certification. Have previous experience in the utility construction field. Must have some knowledge and the ability to operate heavy equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, backhoes, front end loaders up to 6CY bucket capacity, all requirements of WWO II. Must be competent in membrane bioreactor system for wastewater treatment, Lift Stations, and wastewater appurtenances. Experience performing wastewater sampling.

Duites:

Help in the day-to-day operations, repair and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, and wastewater appurtenances. Use of a variety of hand tools (i.e., shovels, rakes, sledge hammers, power drills, power saws, grease gun, air tools, water pumps, jumping jack and flat plate tampers, etc.). Responsible for performing work by following instructions of the PIA Director, Operations or Foreman Water/Wastewater for assigned projects to be undertaken by the Wastewater Division.

*Note* This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions or to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a Wastewater Level III Certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have a Level III Wastewater Certification from EPA. Must assist to maintain Wastewater Treatment Plant. Must have some knowledge of operation of small heavy equipment. Must be able to take direction and be familiar with a variety of hand tools. Will help in completing wastewater treatment plant projects whether in-house of via contract. Will be responsible for learning all safety requirements of the department and be required to attend training as needed.

• Required Licenses/Certifications: A valid driver’s license.  Wastewater Level III Certification.
• Physical Requirements: The physical demands require outside work in all seasons and for prolonged periods of time. May require driving in variable weather conditions. Requires walking in undeveloped and uneven terrain.
• Preferences: San Felipe Member Preference, Native American Preference and Veteran’s Preference.

Preferred Qualifications –

• Keres speaking is desirable.

Additional Info:

Guidelines include the personnel policy and department policies and procedures.

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