Field Supervisor (Bridge Maintenance)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston’s Transportation and Drainage Operations, Bridge Maintenance section, seeks an experienced supervisor to plan, coordinate, and direct field maintenance crews. The role ensures equipment readiness, safety, and timely completion of tasks, with work orders created, tracked in IMS, and daily performance reviews.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, four years of maintenance experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and eligibility for veteran preference.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Four years of progressively responsible work experience in the maintenance field.
• Preference for veteran applicants per Executive Order 1-6.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct field maintenance crews within Bridge Maintenance.
• Create and review work orders; ensure IMS data entry and daily tracking.
• Monitor crew performance and enforce safety and efficiency.
• Train new employees and oversee preventive maintenance of vehicles and tools.
• Assist with daily tasks and operate City vehicle as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Maintenance operations

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/Section: Transportation and Drainage Operations/Bridge Maintenance

Reporting Location: 2701 Dalton

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 5:00pm,

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This individual will plan, coordinate, and direct the activities of field maintenance crews within the operations for the Bridge Maintenance Section. Responsibilities include ensuring that staff have the necessary supplies and properly functioning equipment to complete assigned tasks efficiently and safely. The role involves analyzing and resolving issues related to personnel, equipment, and operations, as well as recommending and implementing changes to improve overall efficiency. This position will create work orders for all tasks performed by direct reports, review each work order for accuracy and completeness, and ensure minimal errors. All relevant data must be accurately entered into the Infrastructure Management System (IMS), with daily tracking and closure of completed work orders. The individual will monitor and evaluate crew performance on a daily basis and review operational policies and procedures. Additional duties include training new employees, overseeing the preventive maintenance of assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment, and providing leadership and motivation to foster professional growth and development among team members. Assist with daily operational tasks as needed; drives City vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This 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. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture/wetness and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of progressively responsible work experience in the maintenance field are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preference will be given to individuals with experience in maintenance and heavy machine operation.

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

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.

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.

Pay Grade: 17

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity 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.