Technical Planner - Facilities Management

Technical Planner - Facilities Management

Salary

$70,179.00 - $120,411.00 Annually

Location

Headquarters: 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 N., San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00255

Department

Operations Support

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Grade 20 - Starting annual salary: $70,179.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Technical Planner is responsible for maintenance data integrity, program design, job planning and training for computerized maintenance management and procurement system. Responsible for research, evaluation, development, and recommendation for improvements and upgrades to the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Responsible for technical support functions related to short and long-term proactive maintenance planning and scheduling of SAWS infrastructure; including managing daily activities associated with the Edward Aquifer Rule requirements as mandated by the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Builds and implements a functional computerized maintenance management system to include functional locations, equipment audits, nameplate data, tasks, job planning, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Develops and implements functional business processes to comply with the goals of the organization.
• Acts as system integration expert to ensure successful implementation of corporate program initiatives.
• Maintains, tracks, analyzes, and evaluates data used for management and regulatory reporting purposes.
• Ensures and optimizes the system performance, functionality and data integrity.
• Provides end user support and training in CMMS applications.
• Audits and reviews the processing of purchase requisitions and staff performance.
• Develops customized reports for management to evaluate data and work requirements and overall maintenance effectiveness.
• Evaluates, recommends and implements new software systems to support maintenance functions.
• Assists with forecasting, allocating, and monitoring of the human, physical, and financial resources for the assigned area.
• Supports and implements various program initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
• May supervise, select, develop, train, and evaluate performance of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• The Technical Planner receives limited supervision/guidance.
• May directly supervise employees.
• May represent Department Manager or Director in meetings on an as needed basis.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
• Five years experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years in a lead or supervisory role pertaining to data management.
• Bachelors Degree in an associated field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Two years experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), computer aided drafting and design software, cartography, and technical drafting applications.
• Three years experience with data analysis and relational databases through use of Microsoft access application.
• Experience in the maintenance of a water and/or wastewater utility.
• Experience with symbols and terminology in civil engineering drawings associated with a utility.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, report writers, and financial software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, internal clients, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office environment and performs occasional field visits. Field environment conditions include working in inclement weather, with exposure to wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined spaced hazards, offensive fumes, excessive noise, heavy traffic, deep excavations, animals, snakes, and poisonous insects.

May also operate a company vehicle. May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

Do you have a minimum of an Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?

• Yes, I meet the educational requirement.
• No, I do not have a minimum of an Associates degree

02

• If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.

03

How many years of experience do you have using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)?

• No experience
• Less than 5 years of experience
• Between 5 and 7 years of experience
• 7 years or more of experience

04

Describe your experience working with a computerized maintenance management system (Emaint). Include the systems you have used, years of experience for each, and your role in maintaining the asset records, work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, and reports. If no experience, enter N/A.

05

Explain your experience developing, updating, or implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provide an example of a process improvement or operational procedure you created or revised. If no experience, enter N/A.

06

Describe your experience with financial tracking. Include any experience monitoring expenditures, reports, or supporting departmental financial planning. To include your experience reconciling invoices, purchase orders, or vendor billing discrepancies. If no experience, enter N/A.

07

List data visualization or analytics tools you have utilized and the number of years of experience you have using them. Also, include your experience level with Microsoft Excel. Describe what data analysis tools you have utilized in Excel. If none, enter N/A.

08

• Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? If so, what type of drivers license do you have?
• Class C
• Class CDL - B
• Class CDL - A
• I have a valid drivers license from another state.
• I do not have a valid drivers license.

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/