Foreman III - Waste Water

City of Lancaster, Texas; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lancaster, Texas seeks a Foreman II – Waste Water to supervise the Water/Wastewater department's operation, maintenance and repair tasks. You will oversee multiple crews, coordinate with contractors, monitor budgets, and prepare reports to ensure regulatory compliance and service reliability.

The role requires certification credentials including Class B CDL and TCEQ licenses, plus strong leadership and training abilities to guide staff and maintain safety standards.

Qualifications

• Supervise the Water/Wastewater department staff and oversee crews responsible for sewer and water system work.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and TCEQ guidelines and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the W/WW Superintendent and supervises multiple crews in operation, maintenance and repair tasks.
• Monitors budget expenditures and prepares monthly purchasing card statements.
• Coordinates with contractors for large water/wastewater projects and oversees their completion.
• Reviews work orders and prepares state/divisional reports as required.
• Resolves citizen complaints regarding water and wastewater operations.
• Prepares biweekly payroll documentation and trains staff on W/WW operations and safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget monitoring

Crew coordination

Staff training

Education

Class B CDL Driver's License

TCEQ Customer Service Inspector Certification

TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification

Class II Wastewater Collection Operator Certification

Class C Water Distribution Operator Certification

One year certificate from college or technical school; or related experience

Job description

This position is responsible for the overall supervision, operation, and maintenance of the Water/Wastewater department by performing the following duties.

• Reports directly to the W/WW Superintendent as the supervisor of multiple crews performing duties related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the public water/wastewater systems including but not limited to sewer repair, sewer cleaning, internal inspection, inflow & infiltration reduction, water distribution, water repair, and backflow/cross connection.
• Supervises all W/WW employees overseeing the completion of all assigned tasks as communicated. Assigns and dispatches crews as necessary for the completion of such tasks.
• Monitors budget expenditures.
• Prepares monthly purchasing card statements for submission.
• Works with contractors to setup large wastewater or water projects and oversee their completion as needed.
• Reviews work orders.
• Prepares state regulated and division reports as required.
• Resolves and addresses citizen complaints regarding water & wastewater operations. Foreman II - Waste Water Page 2 of 5
• Responsible for the preparation and submission of biweekly payroll documentation for completion.
• Trains staff on all areas of W/WW operations including the proper use of equipment and tools, Safety Program policies and procedures, Personnel policies and procedures, as well as OSHA & TCEQ guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Water/Wastewater. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.One year certificate from college or technical school; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Valid Class B (CDL) Driver's License
TCEQ Customer Service Inspector Certification
TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification
Class II Wastewater Collection Operator Certification
Class C Water Distribution Operator Certification