Assistant Public Works Maintenance Manager (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a skilled supervisor for its Houston Water/Wastewater Operations to guide maintenance, policy interpretation, and team performance.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, experience in public works, and the capacity to coordinate with other departments and external agencies while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. This is a full-time on-site position based in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Requires analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices, through training or education.
• Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field is preferred.
• Six years of experience in wastewater or public works activities is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage Public Works wastewater maintenance and repairs.
• Develop, maintain and interpret Branch/Department policies.
• Plan, organize schedules, direct and review maintenance activities to ensure completion.

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field

Job description

Applications accepted from

All Persons Interested

• Subject to change

Service Line / Section

Houston Water/Wastewater Operations

Reporting Location

7440 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77051, USA*

• Subject to change

Workdays & Hours

M - F, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m.*

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties / Essential Functions

Assists in directing and managing Public Works wastewater maintenance and repairs, and associated personnel. Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains, and interprets Branch and Departmental policies. Plans, organizes schedules, directs, and reviews various wastewater maintenance activities to ensure implementation and completion. Coordinates work of section and works cooperatively with other Departments, 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. 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.

Working Conditions

The position occasionally requires stooping, bending, or exposure to outside conditions for long periods of time in various elements. The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

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 (6) years of experience closely related to the activities of the branch or division are required.

Substitution

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 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

Mandatory Background Checks

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

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.