Technician

Qualifications:

• Deal Breakers - Candidate MUST have the following:
• Possess a valid Driver's license – State of New Mexico
• New Mexico Class A Commercial Driver's License
• High School Diploma or General Education degree (GED).
• 1 to 2 years' experience working In the Water utility field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, farm machinery, pumps, and equipment used in and around water and wastewater systems.
• Basic Knowledge in Operations and Maintenance of Water Distribution Systems
• Competent in the Operations of Heavy Equipment
• Digital Literacy (e.g. Maintenance Connection, IonCity, Phone etc.)
• New Mexico Water Supply Level 1 or New Mexico Water Distribution System 1 or obtain within 2 years

Responsibilities:

PERKS -

• Post probationary period (after conversion to Company)
• Union position
• Benefits (medical, dental, vision) - Union provided - No employee cost
• PTO accrual
• Paid Holidays
• Overtime available
• Clothing/boot allowance
• Advancements with qualifying certifications

Install, Operate, locate, Maintain, and repair water distribution infrastructure including water mains, service lines, hydrants, valves, PRVs and meters; establishes and maintains effective sample procedures and records for water lines. Diagnose system operating problems, Performs necessary corrective and remedial activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs routine servicing and corrective maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
• Locates and marks underground water, wastewater and reclaimed water services by utilizing provided Maps and tools
• Cleans vehicles, heavy equipment, pumps, tools, and other stationary and potable equipment.
• Performs routine inspection of vehicles and equipment.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, equipment, and tools required to load, unload, haul, and spread sand, gravel, dirt, and/or waste products; digs; and refills ditches and trenches.
• Maintains grounds and buildings; cuts grass, weeds and brushes; trims trees and bushes; rakes grass; leaves and trash, seeds and cares for lawn and ornamental plantings.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Works safely and adheres to establish safety procedures
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during work.
• Ability to carry and respond to pages as requested by management.
• Ability and willingness to work on-call shifts, as requested, including being fit and able to respond to call-ins in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of Hooking up and towing equipment
• Familiarity with hand and power tools and equipment commonly used in the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, structure and buildings.
• Follow all project SOPs, policies and procedures relating to inventory control management of checking out and returning inventory.
• Operates a Dump Truck, Hydro Excavator, Ditch Witch Etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.