Assistant Public Works Maintenance Manager

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a seasoned supervisor to oversee Drinking Water Operations within Public Works, directing maintenance staff and ensuring policy compliance across diverse facilities. Requires an Associate's degree or technical certification and at least six years of related experience, with a preference for supervisory background.

Knowledge of INFOR/work order systems is a plus. Position involves physical exertion and site mobility.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to analyze and interpret procedures, policies and practices; advanced vocational/technical skills.
• Six years of related experience; experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid Texas driver's license and compliance with City driving policy.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage water facilities maintenance and personnel.
• Enact policy and develop/interpret departmental procedures; plan and supervise projects.
• Coordinate work across sections and liaise with other departments and agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification/licensing

Tools

INFOR software

Work order system

Job description

Position Overview

Position Overview

Applications accepted from:

All Persons Interested

Service Line/ Section:

Houston Water/ Drinking Water Operations

Reporting Location:

Various Locations

Workdays & Hours:

Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 4:00 pm

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Assists in directing and managing Public Works water facilities maintenance and repair and associated personnel. Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains, and interprets branch and/or division and/or departmental policies. Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews various maintenance projects, facilities, and personnel to ensure implementation and completion. Coordinates work of sections and works cooperatively with other departments, divisions, branches, outside agencies, committees, and civic associations. Reviews and critiques methods and procedures regularly to maintain and improve efficient area operations; evaluates individual and group performance and makes or recommends needed improvements. Creative problem-solver with the ability to demonstrate strong leadership and process improvement skills. Maintains current knowledge of technology and legislative changes which affect specific activities and initiates actions made necessary by such changes. Implements and monitors technical and safety training. Assists annually in fiscal year budget preparation. Assists in the review of hiring recommendations and job performance evaluations for consistency and compliance with City policy and procedures.

Working Conditions

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements

Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Requires advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field. An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this level.

Experience Requirements

Six years of experience closely related to the activities of the branch or division are required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

License Requirements

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Preferences

Preference Shall Be Given To

• Individuals with at least three (3) years of experience in the supervisory/management level.
• Experience at a surface water treatment facility.
• Experience and demonstrated skills utilizing INFOR software or a work order system.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

General Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

Safety Impact Position

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 26

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.