| Location | Houston, TX |
| Salary | $3,930.63–$4,226 |
Public Works Maintenance Manager (Drinking Water)
Salary
$3,930.63 - $4,226.00 Biweekly
Location
Houston, Texas
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
39709
Department
Houston Public Works
Division
Transportation & Drainage Operations (TDO)
Opening Date
10/12/2026
Closing Date
10/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/Section: Houston Drinking Water / System Maintenance
Reporting Location: Various Locations*
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees, manages, and directs the operations, repairs, and associated personnel for a Distribution System Maintenance and Operations facility. Plans and supervises the repair and preventive maintenance of a portion of the citys water mains, valves, fire hydrants, manholes and other facilities. Familiarity with water assets, asset management, and inventory control concepts are necessary. Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains and interprets branch and/or division and/or departmental policies. Ensures that section maintains current motor vehicle records and defensive driving certificates.
Manages section to ensure that contractors/ inspectors meet contractual requirements. Monitors routes and productivity to ensure efficient operations. Manages section to ensure that teams respond to water main and service lines breaks, low pressure and out of water work orders. 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. 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. Monitors budget status and assist annually in fiscal year budget preparation.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is mostly physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasions where the individual will have routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e. essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditioning. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline would normally be obtained through a formal 4-year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven (7) years of experience closely related to the activities of the area or division to be supervised are required.
Substitution: Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Preferences will be given to applicants with experience in Business Management, Public Utilities, and maintaining the Citys water distribution system. Ability to maintain current knowledge of technical and legislative changes which affect activities and initiate actions, made necessary by such changes. Ability to develop productivity measures, monitor performance and personnel. Knowledge of INFOR or a work order system; Geographic Information Science/Geographic Information Management Systems (GIS/GIMS); and experience in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preference will also be given to applicants with a Collection III or Distribution B license or the ability to acquire a license withing twenty-four (24) months of hire/promotion. Hold a Valid Driver License and compliance with the City of Houstons policy on driving (AP 2-2).
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 candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade: 29
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 832.393.6737.
"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393.6737. (TTY 7-1-1)
"If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
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.
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
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Please select your highest verifiable level of formal education completed.
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How many years of verifiable work experience do you have as it relates to the division and/or branch (Drinking Water Operations / System Maintenance)?
03
How many years of experience do you have in the operation and/or maintenance of water utilities?
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Do you have a valid/current Texas drivers license?
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Please indicate the number years of supervisory experience you have?
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Which of the following certifications have you completed? (Check all that apply)
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Please select all software you are proficient with. (Check all that apply)
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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?
Required Question
Employer City of Houston
Address 901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002
Website https://www.houstontx.gov/