What are the responsibilities and job description for the WATER PRODUCTION TECH LEAD position at City of Gallup, NM?
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Department
WATER
Location
1910 WAREHOUSE LN
Position Type
FT Employee
Salary
$21.83 P/H
Requisition
2405-6063-20260114
Open Date
02/06/2026
Close Date
12/31/2026
Description
FOR BEST CONSIDERATION APPLY BY: JULY 6, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Directs the technical inspections maintenance and repair of the City's water production system. Responsible for the administration and technical operations of programs activities and functions related to the construction extension inspection operation and maintenance of the wastewater collection water Production system. Consults and takes direction from the Assistant Water/Wastewater Superintendent or Water/WW Superintendent but exercises independent judgment in accomplishing the work and developing new programs and is held accountable for results.Additional Information:
Starting Pay: $21.83 p/h
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent, (GED)
- Four (4) years of experience in collections, construction, maintenance, and operation of ground water wells, pumps, SCADA, water transmission lines and water storage tanks
- A valid New Mexico Water Production Operator Certification Level 2 (or above); Certification through reciprocity shall be acceptable within 90 days of hire.
- Two(2) years in technical lead capacity
- Level II NMED Certification in Water Production Systems at time of hire.
- Level III NMED Certification in Water Production Systems within one year of hire
- Graduate from an accredited two-year Public Wastewater Systems or Wastewater Technology program with a Level III certification may be substituted for supervisory experience.
- Valid driver's license (state of residence), must meet city's insurability requirements.
Other Conditions:
Must pass a background checkApplication Special Instructions:
Please respond accurately to all questions regarding your qualifications for this position.Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : WATER
Location : 1910 WAREHOUSE LN., GALLUP, NM
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