Houston Water Operations Supervisor - DWO Salary $2,647.71 - $2,825.60 Biweekly
Location: Houston Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 38180 Department: Houston Public Works Opening Date: February 19, 2026 Closing Date: March 4, 2026 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Division/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations Location: Various Locations Workdays & Hours: Mon - Sun, 6:00 am - 6:00 pm Rotating ShiftsSubject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervises and monitors plant operations, work schedules and personnel. Enforce policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with State and Federal permits to protect the public's health and environment. Counsels, trains and develops personnel to improve performance. Schedules personnel for selected training programs. Monitors computer systems to detect normal and abnormal conditions and implements operational changes. Dispatches crew for scheduled/unscheduled repairs. Checks for unsafe conditions and equipment malfunctions. Reviews plant log to identify problems within the facility. Picks up supplies and materials needed to support maintenance and operating activities. Oversee special projects and repairs. Prepares responses for TCEQ (Texas Commission Environmental Quality) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and maintains other records.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of work experience are required, including eighteen months of experience in the operation of flash drying units or dewatering equipment used in a sludge process facility.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas drivers license and compliance with the City of Houstons policy on driving. May require a Texas Commercial drivers license. Requires a valid TCEQ Class "B" Water Operators certificate appropriate to position location, such as surface water.
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to the applicants who have experience in operation of large surface water treatment plant by utilizing SCADA. Preference will be given to applicants having operations and maintenance experience working at a larger (>20mgd) surface water treatment plant.
GENERAL INFORMATION
ELECTION/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 candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 19
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 call 832-393-6120.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6120. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employment
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 individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html