How much does a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager make in New Mexico? The average Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager salary in New Mexico is $102,230 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $90,980 and $111,640. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $80,737 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $90,980 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $102,230 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $111,640 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager Salary $120,207 NM March 26, 2024
25% $90,980 10% $80,737 90% $120,207 75% $111,640 $102,230 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager establishes sampling and testing systems, and ensures proper testing of functionality of pumps, conveyors, blowers, and other equipment. Manages the operations of a wastewater treatment plant to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and reporting practices. Being a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree or other tech degree. Monitors federal, state, and local regulations and environmental guidelines and creates and updates wastewater treatment procedures to adhere to those regulations. In addition, Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically reports to a manager or director. The Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $96,568 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $103,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $98,896 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $104,218 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $103,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $102,888 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $97,233 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $103,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $99,894 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $103,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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