Public Works Operations Supervisor - Channel Restoration

Public Works Operations Supervisor - Channel Restoration

Salary

$54,072.72 - $72,634.64 Annually

Location

6927 WEST COMMERCE, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00003

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for directing the activities and personnel engaged in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation or maintenance or traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management. Work involves inspecting work and equipment, preparing reports and assigning work schedules. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, traffic construction dust; damp/wet surfaces, overhead power lines, animal/insect bites, high noise, oily surfaces, liquid asphalt and lime. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Southwest Service Center - 6927 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78228

Work Hours

6:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Monday - Thursday

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees and directs the day-to-day operations of field staff engaged in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation and/or maintenance of traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management.
• Ensures compliance and timeliness of work performed with applicable service level agreements, construction specifications, Infrastructure

Management Program, city ordinances, safety procedures and/or departmental operating procedures.

• Performs inspections on all equipment and materials to ensure proper maintenance and safety of operation, which involves frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing 25 pounds.
• Maintains inventory; initiates requisitions for stock replacement parts and monitors service or repairs of equipment.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Coordinates applicable work with utility companies or other city agencies.
• Responds to special requests from residents, business owners and/or City Council Offices.
• Performs administrative duties to include maintaining records and preparing reports on personnel, inventory, supplies, materials and costs.
• Conducts and attends meetings. Delivers training as needed such as safety, construction specifications and/or quality.
• Conducts safety investigations for personal injury or illness or property damage and completes applicable documentation.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of experience as a crew lead or supervisor in field construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
• Must obtain a Valid Texas Commercial Class "B" Drivers License plus all required endorsements within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years' experience in customer service.
• Three (3) years' experience with SAP, Lagan, and CRM.
• Three (3) years' experience with special events coordination & logistics.
• Three (3) years' experience with program operations & development.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of uses, adaptabilities, and general characteristics of a wide variety of tools and maintenance materials used in street maintenance or repair, drainage and sidewalk construction, street cleaning, markings, installation or maintenance or traffic signs, river and ditch maintenance, and/or vegetation management.
• Knowledge of elementary principles and practices of technical civil engineering as applied to maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of planning and work schedule development processes and techniques.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures related to maintenance, installation and construction.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer, associated software, and a two-way radio.
• Skill in utilizing tools and equipment needed to perform daily functions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, and to follow grades established by engineering computations.
• Ability to plan, organize and develop the work of a group of employees.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

How many years of experience do you have as a crew lead or supervisor in field construction and maintenance?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

06

Which one of the following Drivers Licenses do you have?

• Class "A" Commercial Drivers License
• Class "B" Commercial Drivers License
• Class "C" Drivers License
• None of the above.

07

If you do not have a valid Class "A" or "B" Texas Commercial Drivers License, do you have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment? If you possess an "A or B" CDL, answer "N/A".

• Yes
• No
• N/A

08

How many years of experience do you have operating and/or managing heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance projects?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

09

How many years of experience do you have managing or performing various maintenance functions of Storm Water Operations or a related field?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

10

How many years of experience do you have in planning, coordinating, and overseeing special events and logistics?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

11

How many years of experience do you have in Channel Restoration?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

12

How many years of experience do you have coordinating field operations for emergency situations such as; down trees, road cave-ins, and/or floodings?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

13

How many years of experience do you have handling emergency situations?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

14

Do you have experience operating heavy equipment safely for construction or maintenance work? If so, list equipment and relevant experience. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

15

Describe your experience planning and supervising River and Drainage maintenance projects? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

16

Describe your administrative or supervisory experience. What were your responsibilities and team size. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

17

I understand that for this position I will be required to pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a City of San Antonio medical provider and receive a minimum of a 1-year medical certification card as a condition of employment. I further understand that this requirement applies to current City employees applying for CDL positions and if I am a current City employee, I will no longer be grandfathered under the Driver Safety Program Administrative Directive 4.8 if I apply and am selected for this position.

• I agree
• I disagree

18

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx