Foreman Pump and Motor

Foreman Pump and Motor

Salary

$30.27 - $36.32 Hourly

Location

Public Works 607 Municipal Dr, Leander, TX

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2501765

Department

Public Works Water & Wastewater Maintenance

Division

Wastewater Maintenance

Opening Date

03/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Performs senior-level complex work. Works to oversee the maintenance, repair, and operational efficiency of pumping systems and electric motors. This supervisory role bridges technical hands-on work with administrative management to ensure critical utility or industrial systems remain functional. Foreman must be available to work overtime and be "Primary on Call" as assigned by supervisor and may act on behalf of the W/WW Utility Superintendent in his absence. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Essential Duties & Required Qualifications

• Work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:00 pm and Friday, 6:30 am to 10:30 am. Work schedule is subject to change.
• Evaluate daily work assignments, coordinating and delegating duties to subordinates as is necessary for timely completion of projects.
• Trains, mentors, supervises, and evaluates pump and motor mechanics, electrician, and generator technician by assigning and checking their work for efficiency and overall quality. Initiates corrective action as necessary.
• Supervises employees in any of the following areas: repair, construction and maintenance of water distribution facilities and water/wastewater infrastructure, and coordination of related activities.
• Secures and accounts for materials, stock, tools, and heavy equipment.
• Records readings, regulates and adjusts processes to meet changing operational needs.
• Monitors and perform housekeeping duties to ensure a safe working environment.
• Reviews job performance by observing and criticizing work techniques.
• Reads, interprets blueprints, construction plans, as-built drawings and reads and interprets block maps, schematics, and construction plans.
• Performs various utility calculations.
• Supports and implements various System initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Subject to after-hours call out for emergency situations including on call rotation and special events.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or training in Water operations field.

Required Certificates and Licenses:

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class "C" Operator License.
• Collections II license.
• Must have a basic first aid certificate or must obtain within six months of hire date.
• Valid Class B Commercial Texas Drivers License at the time of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• TCEQ Class "B" Operators License.
• Five years related experience and/or training in Water operations field.
• Associate's degree (A.A./A.S.) from an accredited college or university in a closely related field.
• TCEQ Collections III license

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to maintain appropriate licenses and certificates and continuing education.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and the general public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work, on call, or emergency response situations (i.e., early-mornings, afternoons, evenings, and late-nights shifts, weekends).
• Must be able to wear city provided uniform and city issued personal protective equipment, steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
• Workers must be in compliance with safety procedures and usage of safety equipment.
• Workers must be able to follow safety procedures and usage of safety equipment to ensure personal, public, and personnel safety.
• Skill in operating assigned equipment tools and vehicles safely.
• Ability to plan and schedule assignments.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, elected officials, and boards and commissions.

Physical Demands & Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle and feel items, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud.

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.
• The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee's Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at hr@leandertx.gov or 512-528-2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or 1-800-735- 2989 (TTY/TDD).

For detailed information regarding our benefits package including our Benefits Guide, please visit this link: City of Leander 2026 Benefit Booklet

01

Do you have a High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of related experience and/or training in Water operations field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class "C" Operator License?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Collections II license?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a basic first aid certificate or will you obtain one within six months of hire date?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Texas Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Please select all of the following preferred qualifications that apply to you.

• I have a TCEQ Class "B" Operators License.
• I have five years related experience and/or training in Water operations field.
• I have an Associate's degree (A.A./A.S.) from an accredited college or university in a closely related field.
• I have a TCEQ Collections III license.
• None of the above apply to me.

Required Question

Employer City of Leander

Department Public Works Water & Wastewater Maintenance Address 607 Municipal Drive

Leander, Texas, 78641

Phone 512-528-2700

Website https://www.leandertx.gov