UTILITY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR/ WWO

About the Department

Applications Accepted from: All Person Interested
Service Line: Wastewater Operations /WWO
Location: 7440 Cullen Blvd.
Workdays & Hours: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of groups of employees within the same department who are engaged in providing Collection System, Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance and or Lift Station services. Organizes and assigns the work of collection system maintenance crews, monitors work in progress. Ensures that employees have adequate work supplies and properly functioning equipment in order to perform assigned tasks. Analyzes and resolves staff, equipment and operating problems. Reviews operations policies and procedures; recommends changes to increase efficiency and implements approved changes. Trains new employees. Sets up and maintains employee attendance records.  Prepares periodic employee performance evaluations; reviews contents with the employee.  Prepares periodic production reports as required and/or requested.   Assists with daily operations tasks as needed; drives City vehicle. Oversees preventive maintenance of assigned vehicles, yard maintenance, equipment, plant machinery and tools. Observes safety regulations and ensures that crews do the same.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position routinely requires lifting moderately heavy items (up to 40 pounds) and very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.  There is routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

Position Duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or a GED.  May require specified vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment.  
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience in skilled building or mechanical maintenance are required (may include one year of experience as a Houston Water Operations Technician).  

One year of directly related college or vocational education may be substituted for up to one year of work experience.  

An Associate’s degree or higher may substitute for two years of the experience requirement.
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates that are knowledgeable in the wastewater collection system, wastewater treatment plants, wastewater lift stations, and or consent decree related items.

**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.** 

Other Qualifications

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 candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.  
 
Pay Grade 18  
 
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 832.395.2976.

"If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2976. (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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
 

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/