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ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Salary

$3,151.34 - $3,216.31 Biweekly

Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37079

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

09/12/2025

Closing Date

10/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

+ Description

+ Benefits

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line: Wastewater Operations

Reporting Location: 2525 Sgt Macario Garcia

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/7:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Assists in managing Wastewater Operations of Emergency/Standby Generators. Supervises the work of Emergency Generators Team.

+ Maintains the condition of portable and stationary emergency generators and manages the Generator Maintenance Contract as User Department Representative (UDR). Coordinates generator deployments with facility supervisors. Participates in afterhours on call duty.

+ Coordinates work of sections and works cooperatively with other divisions, outside agencies, committees and civic associations.

+ Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains and interprets branch and/or division policy. Participates in updating and creating new operational procedures.

+ 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 technological and legislative changes which affect specific activities and initiates actions made necessary by such changes.

+ Maintains records and reports of work scheduled and accomplished.

+ Provides input for decision-making and planning.

+ Implements emergency preparedness plan and gives personal attention to emergency and special problems; responds to complaints or inquiries from the public, City officials or agencies.

+ Oversees preparation of purchase orders, researches to determine specifications, contacts and discusses needs with vendors.

+ Identifies needs for supply agreements; forecasts supply needs to ensure availability.

+ Implements and monitors technical and safety training. Makes presentations in training/safety sessions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping, bending, or exposure to outside conditions for long periods of time in various elements. The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works position at the Tier 1 Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Requires advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field. An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this level.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six years of experience closely related to the activities of the branch or division are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be giving to the applicant that have a degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics or closely related.

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

Pay Grade 26

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)

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.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

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.

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

+ 11 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

01

What is the highest level of education completed?

+ Less than a GED/High School Diploma

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

02

What field of study is your degree in?

+ Electrical

+ Instrumentation

+ Electronics

+ A closely related field of study

+ A non-related field of study

+ I do not have a degree

03

Do you have a valid/current driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Please select the best scenario that describes your years of maintenance experience.

+ Less than 6 years

+ Six (6) to less than ten (10) years

+ Ten (10) to less than eleven (11)

+ Eleven (11) years or more

+ None of the above.

05

How many verifiable years of experience in Standby Power Generation or Heavy Machinery do you have?

+ Less than three (3) years

+ Three (3) to five (5) years

+ Six (6) years or more

+ None of the above.

06

Are you willing to work in all weather conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Are you willing to work with various chemicals and around extraneous odors?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Are you willing to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Do you have 18 months OR up to 3 years specific training in a specialty/ technical field?

+ Yes, i have 3 or more years.

+ No, i have less than 3 years I have 2 years.

10

As a Tier I employee, you are expected to report as directed for the continued operation of critical functions and special emergency preparedness and response functions under all situations and weather conditions. Are you willing to adhere to this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

11

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?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question