Utility Operations Supervisor

City of Rowlett, Texas; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

TMRS retirement match

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

The City of Rowlett, Texas, is seeking a supervisor for water and wastewater operations. You will oversee crews, schedule maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance in all utility activities.

This role requires extensive field experience, SCADA and CDL Class A qualifications, and strong leadership. Benefits include a 4-day work week, excellent retirement options, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with seven years in water/wastewater maintenance and two years supervisory experience.
• Experience in supervising crews, budget prep, Records/Reports, and customer service.
• Training/supervisory ability to evaluate staff and enforce safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, supervises and schedules crews in water and wastewater systems maintenance.
• Requests materials, inspects work, and ensures preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Manages department safety, budgets, and regulatory compliance; handles on-call duties.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Crew coordination

Budget preparation

Safety programs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA System

CDL Class A

Job description

(Depending on qualifications)

Full Salary Range $67,027.26 - $100,540.29

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Under general direction, supervises, coordinates and schedules the work of crews involved in all aspects of water and wastewater operations, maintenance and repair; performs related duties as assigned.

Description

Hiring Range: $67,027.26 - $83,783.78

Full Salary Range $67,027.26 - $100,540.29

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Under general direction, supervises, coordinates and schedules the work of crews involved in all aspects of water and wastewater operations, maintenance and repair; performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

Assigns, supervises and schedules crews in the repair and maintenance of utility water and wastewater systems; requests materials and equipment; assists work crews with difficult jobs; inspects work in progress and upon completion; responsible for administering department safety programs; responsible for enforcing City departmental rules and regulations; counsels, disciplines, and evaluates subordinates.

Provides advice on work methods and procedures; reviews operating records; assists with preparation of departmental budget; assures that equipment is maintained and serviced; arranges for preventive maintenance and needed repairs; investigate and resolves customer complaints; assures needed materials are available to crews.

Reviews maintenance records, inventory records, and work orders; logs and initiates purchase requisition; consults with Superintendent relating to delays, problems, etc. in utility operations.

Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and seven years of experience in maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, lift stations, pretreatment/water quality, SCADA System, including two years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of construction principles, maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, lift stations, SCADA System, experience in assigning and supervising the work of others; experience in preparing records and reports; good interpersonal skills; work effectively and courteously with other City employees and the public. Ability to train, supervise and evaluate all staff.

Other Requirements

A valid Class “A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required and ability to maintain City driving standards in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee pursuant to City policy. Must have Tanker endorsement or be able to obtain within 30 days of being hired.

Must reside within a 30-minute response time from Public Works Building; employee will have (6) six months from employment date in which to relocate. Subject to be on-call during non-working hours. May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. Ability to respond during severe weather emergencies. Mobility within a field environment.

Minimum Class II Wastewater Collection Operator License and Class C Water Distribution Operator License and ability to obtain a Class III Wastewater Collection Operator License and Class B Water Distribution Operator License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 24 months of hire.

Works both indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperature swings, and inclement weather; some exposure to dust, odor, electrical, mechanical, and toxic hazards that are routinely encountered in utility operations.

Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs., pulls, pushes or drags up to 100 lbs.; sits, stands, stoops or twists for extended periods of time while supervising utility operations.

The City of Rowlett is proud to support a healthy work/life balance by offering a 4-day work week, with standard business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on departmental schedules.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave, along with medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• To support our employees’ long-term financial goals, the City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a generous 2:1 match.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our Benefits Page.