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Assistant Public Works Maintenance Manager (Wastewater Operations)
City of Houston
Houston Public Works
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$3,151.34 - $3,623.88
per week
Type
Full-Time
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March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping to lead a team that maintains and repairs the city's wastewater systems, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely.
It includes planning work schedules, coordinating with other groups, reviewing procedures for better efficiency, and staying updated on new rules and technologies.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in wastewater operations who enjoys managing people and improving processes in a public service role.
Key Requirements
- Six years of closely related experience in wastewater maintenance or operations
- Associate's degree or certification in a technical field (such as wastewater or related specialty, 18 months to 3 years duration)
- Valid Texas driver's license and compliance with City of Houston driving policy
- Ability to plan, organize, schedule, and direct maintenance activities
- Knowledge of policies, procedures, and technological/legislative changes in wastewater operations
- Experience in personnel management, performance evaluation, and safety training
- Capability to assist with budget preparation and coordinate with external agencies
Full Job Description
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: 9500 Lawndale St, Houston, TX 77017
Work Days & Hours: Monday - Friday; 6:30am - 3:00pm
* Subject to change
* Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists in directing and managing Public Works wastewater maintenance and repair operations, including associated personnel.
Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains, and interprets Branch and Departmental policies.
Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews wastewater maintenance activities to ensure proper implementation and completion.
Coordinates the work of the section and collaborates with other departments, branches, outside agencies, committees, and civic associations.
Regularly reviews and critiques methods and procedures to maintain and improve operational efficiency; evaluates individual and group performance and makes or recommends necessary improvements.
Maintains current knowledge of technological and legislative changes affecting specific activities and initiates actions required by such changes. Implements and monitors technical and safety training.
Assists annually with fiscal year budget preparation.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping, bending, or exposure to outside conditions for long periods of time in various elements. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 40 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier 1 Level.
Requirements
EDUCATION
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.
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
EXPERIENCESix 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
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
Qualifications
**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.**Additional Information
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: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm, 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.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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