Drinking Water Operations & Maintenance Manager

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston Public Works is seeking a Public Works Maintenance Manager (Drinking Water) to lead the Houston Drinking Water / System Maintenance division. You will oversee operations, repairs, and staff, plan preventive maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, and related facilities, and ensure asset management and inventory control practices are current.

The role requires a four-year degree and seven years of related experience; substitution is allowed.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree and seven years of related experience.
• Substitution: related professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• Knowledge of asset management and inventory control concepts.
• Experience preferred in water distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operations, repairs and staff for a water distribution maintenance facility.
• Plans preventive maintenance of mains, valves, hydrants, and related assets.
• Monitors contractor work and ensures compliance with contracts and safety policies.
• Manages budgeting, training, and coordination with other departments.

Skills

Public Works Management

Budget Management

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

INFOR

GIS/GIMS

Microsoft Office

Work Order System

Job description

City of Houston Public Works is seeking a Public Works Maintenance Manager (Drinking Water) to lead the Houston Drinking Water / System Maintenance division. You will oversee operations, repairs, and staff, plan preventive maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, and related facilities, and ensure asset management and inventory control practices are current.

The role requires a four-year degree and seven years of related experience; substitution is allowed.