Facilities Water Systems Specialist

Required

Possession of a valid New Mexico Journeyman Plumber License and a high school diploma or GED. Minimum of nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience in commercial, institutional, industrial, or municipal plumbing, water distribution, irrigation, utility systems maintenance, or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of water distribution, plumbing, irrigation, and related utility systems at the journeyman level.

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, as determined by the Human Resources Department.

Exempt

Level: Eight (8). Salary: DOE.

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, including $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 39 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information can be accessed at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Facilities Water Systems Specialist to join the Facilities team. This position is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of campus water distribution, irrigation, plumbing, natural gas, and related utility systems. The Facilities Water Systems Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of utility infrastructure that supports campus facilities and grounds.

The position performs journey-level skilled trades work involving water distribution systems, plumbing fixtures, irrigation systems, pumps, valves, backflow prevention devices, water heating equipment, and other associated infrastructure components. Responsibilities include monitoring system performance, identifying and resolving operational issues, supporting regulatory compliance, and implementing preventive maintenance practices that enhance system reliability, maximize efficiency, and minimize disruptions to campus operations. As a member of the Facilities team, this position may also assist with other maintenance activities, departmental projects, and operational needs as workload and scheduling permit.

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install campus water distribution, irrigation, plumbing, natural gas, and related utility systems.
• Diagnose and repair leaks in domestic hot and cold‑water systems, distribution lines, and associated infrastructure.
• Install, repair, replace, and maintain plumbing fixtures and components, including toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, drains, valves, and piping systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair domestic hot water systems, water heaters, and related equipment.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems, including sprinkler heads, valves, controllers, timers, clocks, and backflow prevention devices.
• Monitor irrigation system performance and implement efficient watering schedules and water conservation practices.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain water, natural gas, and utility distribution systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Inspect, test, install, repair, and maintain backflow prevention devices in accordance with…