Salary: $39.39 - $40.61 Hourly
Location : Houston, Texas
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39324
Department: Houston Public Works
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Persons InterestedService Line/ Section: Houston Water/ Drinking Water Operations Reporting Location: Various Locations *
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00 pm *

*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists in directing and managing Public Works water facilities maintenance and repair and associated personnel. Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains, and interprets branch and/or division and/or departmental policies. Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews various maintenance projects, facilities, and personnel to ensure implementation and completion. Coordinates work of sections and works cooperatively with other departments, divisions, branches, outside agencies, committees, and civic associations. Reviews and critiques methods and procedures regularly

to maintain and improve efficient area operations; evaluates individual and group performance and makes or recommends needed improvements. Creative problem-solver with the ability to demonstrate strong leadership and process improvement skills. Maintains current knowledge of technology and legislative changes which affect specific activities and initiates actions made necessary by such changes. Implements and monitors technical and safety training. Assists annually in fiscal year budget preparation. Assists in the review of hiring recommendations and job performance

evaluations for consistency and compliance with City policy and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Requires advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field.

An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this level.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six years of experience closely related to the activities of the branch or division are required.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to:

• Individuals with at least three (3) years of experience in the supervisory/management level.
• Experience at a surface water treatment facility.
• Experience and demonstrated skills utilizing INFOR software or a work order system.

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

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at:

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or please call? 832-395-2972.

"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2972. (TTY 7-1-1)

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education COMPLETED?

• Less than a High School Diploma/GED
• High School Diploma/GED ONLY
• High School Diploma/GED WITH certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months.
• Associate's Degree or higher

03

How many years of verifiable experience do you have at water treatment facilities?

• Less than 6 years
• 6 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more
• I have no experience.

04

Do you have a valid/current Texas driver's license?

• No
• Yes
• My license is currently valid but from another state.

05

How many years of experience do you have utilizing INFOR software or any work order system?

• At least 1 year
• 2 years but less than 4
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more
• I have no experience.

06

How many years of verifiable plant operation experience do you have?

• At least 1 year
• 2 years but less than 4
• 4 years but less than 6
• 6 years or more
• I have no experience.

07

How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory/management level role?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2
• 2 years but less than 3
• 3 years or more
• I have no experience.

Required Question