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Brownsville Public Utilities Board; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownsville Public Utilities Board is seeking a technically skilled supervisor to oversee operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater systems. The role requires coordinating crews, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Under limited direction, the incumbent will plan and supervise activities, maintain records, train staff, and drive efficiency while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering, Construction, or related field; eight years' experience in construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Two (2) years of related experience can substitute for the Associate’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the activities and crews engaged in water and wastewater operations.
• Coordinates work with other departments, developers, property owners, and utilities; assigns crews to projects and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.
• Keeps labor, material, and field operations records; prepares activity reports to evaluate cost and efficiency.
• Trains and instructs staff; ensures JSAs and safety procedures are followed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Salary $62,816 - $80,412 Annually (Depending on Qualifications)

Job Summary

Under limited direction, an employee in this position performs responsible technical and supervisory work in the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater systems.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and directs the activities and crews engaged in water and wastewater operations. Coordinates work with other departments, developers, property owners, and utilities. Assigns and allocates crew to work projects; checks projects for progress and conformance to construction plans. Coordinates the use of available equipment to obtain maximum utilization and checks each project for progress and conformance to construction and safety plans. Makes changes in plans as required. Visits job sites when crucial or important processes are under way. Instructs crew members in proper work methods and makes periodic inspections to verify that established methods and practices are followed. Keeps labor, material, and field operations records. Prepares activity reports; uses reports to evaluate cost and efficiency of operations. Ensures that all work is being completed to regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures. Trains and instructs subordinates. Coordinates Job Safety Analysis ( JSA ) forms with subordinate staff and crews and ensures safety procedures are followed and adhered to in accordance to JSAs developed. Completes other job duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge important to perform the functions of the job include:

• Knowledge of state and local regulations applicable to the functions of the department.
• Knowledge of the use and types of machines, equipment, materials, principles, methods, and practices involved in the operation, installation, repair, and maintenance of the water and/or wastewater system.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and occupational hazards connected with the operation, construction, maintenance, repair and testing of the assigned areas.
• Knowledge of all applicable water and/or wastewater systems.

Skills important to perform the functions of the job include:

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Organization and time management skills.

Abilities important to perform the functions of the job include:

• Ability to use independent judgment and take initiative in the performance of the water and wastewater departments.
• Ability to develop, organize, assign, supervise, and inspect the work of assigned personnel.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to trains and instructs subordinates.
• Ability to be on 24-hour stand‑by.

Education & Experience Requirements

Associate Degree in Engineering, Construction, or related field plus eight (8) years’ experience in construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems; at least three (3) of the required years of experience should be in a supervisory position. Two (2) years of related experience can substitute for the Associate’s degree.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Requires a valid Texas Commercial Class B Driver License or receipt of a valid Texas Commercial Class B Drivers’ License within 90 days of relocation to Texas and a safe driving record, as measured by company policy. Must possess or be able to obtain the Tank Endorsement within one (1) year of obtaining the position.

Required to hold or be able to obtain, within two (2) years of appointment, a Wastewater Collection II and Water Distribution Operator C certifications issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to drive a company vehicle and to climb in and out of the vehicle a repetitive number of times throughout the day to inspect work in progress is required. Must be able to climb in and out of construction sites where company projects are in progress.

Eligibility for Employment

In addition to any and all other qualifications required for employment stated under the Brownsville P.U.B Personnel Policies and Procedures Policy No. 39:

• Prohibit the hiring of any person who is related to BPUB Executive Management within the third degree of Consanguinity or second degree by Affinity; and
• Based on certain prohibitions of the Charter and Statute on nepotism, no person can be hired who shall be related to any member of the Board of Directors or City Commission within the third degree of consanguinity or second degree by affinity.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the highest level of education you currently possess.
  • I have a completed a Master’s Degree program or higher.
  • I currently have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
  • I have an Associate’s Degree related to the position.
  • I have a certificate (Professional/Technical) relevant to the position.
  • I have a H.S. Diploma or GED.
  • I have completed some high school, but do NOT currently hold a H.S. Diploma or GED.
• * Please select which of the following best describes our current experience as it relates to the position outlined in the job posting.
  • I don't have any work experience related to the position.
  • I have limited experience related to the position, but I have other work experience.
  • I have less than eight (8) years of experience in construction and maintenance.
  • I have eight (8) to nine (9) years of experience in construction and maintenance.
  • I have ten (10) or more years of experience in construction and maintenance.
• * How many years of supervisory experience do you have in construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems?
  • 3 or more years
  • 1 to 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
• * Do you have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License?
  • Class A
  • Class B
  • No
• * Are you able and willing to obtain a Tank Endorsement on your commercial driver license, within one (1) year of obtaining the position? If you already have it, please answer "Yes".
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing and able to obtain Wastewater Collection II and Water Distribution Operator C certifications issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within two (2) years of employment? If you currently posses these certifications, please answer "Yes."
  • Yes
  • No
• * Where did you first learn about this opportunity?
  • BPUB Website Advertisement
  • Job Alert feature on BPUB Careers Page
  • A BPUB Board or PUBCAP Member
  • A current or past BPUB Employee
  • A trade organization or membership association
  • A job board such as (Indeed, Glassdoor)
  • Social Media, such as (LinkedIn, Facebook)
  • I spoke to a recruiter at a recent career fair
  • Texas Workforce Solutions
  • A family member or friend
  • I am a current BPUB Employee