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Santo Domingo Tribal Programs lists this Utility Operator opportunity in santo domingo pueblo, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Utility OperatorAbout Santo Domingo:For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 25 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top-of-line services to over 5000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work-life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.About Our Work Environment:Our work environment has:Friendly staffSupportive work environmentFlexibilityAnd is community service drivenWe offer a generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year. Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision. Competitive 401k retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.Summary of Position:The Utility Operator is a full-time skilled position within the Santo Domingo Pueblo Tribal Utility Authority. The position is intended for individuals who have progressed beyond entry-level utility work and have demonstrated the technical competency, certification, reliability, integrity, safety awareness, accountability, and professional conduct required to represent SDPTUA.The Utility Operator performs and assists with water production and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, utility construction and maintenance, sampling and compliance, SCADA and process monitoring, equipment operation, emergency response, and other SDPTUA operational responsibilities. Work is performed under the supervision of the Utility Manager and within the authority allowed by the employee's certifications, training, demonstrated competency, and assigned duties.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required.Current Water Operator Level I or Wastewater Operator Level I certification required at the time of application. Certification in both water and wastewater is preferred.Relevant hands-on experience in water or wastewater operations, utility construction, public works, mechanical maintenance, heavy equipment operation, or a closely related field required. Documented successful experience through an SDPTUA apprenticeship or project-based assignment may be considered toward this requirement.Demonstrated ability to safely perform assigned utility duties and effectively apply operator training, technical knowledge, and certification requirements in the field.Ability and willingness to work outdoors and in various utility environments, including extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, emergency situations, and on-call assignments as required.Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.Water or Wastewater Operator Level II certification, or documented progress toward obtaining Level II certification.Hands-on experience with water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, treatment facilities, lift stations, pumps, SCADA systems, sampling, utility construction, and/or heavy equipment operation.Relevant utility or workplace safety training, including OSHA, confined space, excavation and trenching, HAZWOPER, traffic control, equipment operation, or other related certifications or training.Demonstrated experience providing guidance, training, or mentorship to apprentices or less-experienced utility personnel.The Utility Operator is expected to maintain all required certifications and continue progressing toward higher certifications in water and wastewater.Valid New Mexico driver's license and ability to meet applicable Santo Domingo Pueblo vehicle operation and liability insurance requirements.Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screening requirements, including a background check and drug screening.
Worksite address
santo domingo pueblo, NM, 87052, US
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