Public Works - Assistant Water Utilities Manager

Nactx; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches is seeking an Assistant Water Utilities Manager to supervise Water Production and Wastewater Treatment operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and community safety.

The role involves directing daily activities, generating regulatory reports, and aiding budget planning and staff development. Candidate should have supervisory experience, relevant licenses, and strong understanding of water systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED with college coursework in chemistry, biology or math (degree preferred).
• Minimum of two years in a supervisory position.
• Valid Driver's license plus TCEQ Class B Water and Class B Wastewater licenses.
• Broad understanding of water/wastewater plant operations, safety, hydraulics/mechanics and standard software.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations for Water Production and Wastewater Treatment.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
• Manage sewage lift stations operation and maintenance.
• Prepare monthly and annual regulatory operational reports.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, staff training and facility projects.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Operations knowledge

Safety protocols

Hydraulic/mechanical principles

Software literacy

Education

High school diploma / GED

College coursework in chemistry/biology/math

TCEQ Class B Water license

TCEQ Class B Wastewater license

Job description

Career Opportunity: AssistantWater Utilities Manager

The City of Nacogdoches is seeking a dedicated and experienced public works professional for the position of AssistantWater Utilities Manager. In this supervisory role, you will help direct operations across both the Water Production and Wastewater Treatment divisions to ensure high-quality service, regulatory compliance and community safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct and assist with daily operations and maintenance for Water Production and Wastewater Treatment.

Ensure full compliance with all state and federal rules and regulations.

Manage the operation and maintenance of sewage lift stations.

Prepare monthly and annual regulatory operational reports.

Assist with departmental budget preparation, training personnel and facility improvement projects.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED supplemented by college coursework in chemistry, biology or math (College degree preferred).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supervisory position.
• A valid Driver's license, a TCEQ Class B Water license and a TCEQ Class B Wastewater license.
• Comprehensive understanding of water/wastewater plant operations, safety protocols, hydraulic/mechanical principles and standard software platforms.

Help shape the future of Nacogdoches water infrastructure. ........