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FIELD SUPERVISOR

Salary

$1,848.00 - $2,233.62 Biweekly

Location

100 JAPHET

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37233

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

10/16/2025

Closing Date

10/29/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Wastewater Operations

Workdays & Hours: 7:00am-4:00pm Rotating Shifts*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversees the Stoppage Mitigation crews’ daily operations. Plans, coordinates, and directs the activities utilizing the INFOR system by generating/closing inspections. Organize and assign the work of collection system maintenance teams, and 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 in Kronos. Prepares periodic employee performance evaluations (HEAR Plans) in TMS, reviews contents with the employee. Prepares periodic production reports as required and/or requested. Assists with daily operations tasks as needed; drives City vehicle. Observes safety regulations and ensures that crews do the same.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires lifting of 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 Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience in the maintenance field are required.

A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas Class "C" driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge, ability, and experience in the following:

+ Wastewater maintenance, operating moderately complex equipment in the wastewater collection system.

+ Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

+ Infor Public Sector (IPS), or a work order tracking system application.

+ Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL), Collection III License or can obtain a CDL license within eight (8) months of employment.

+ Willing to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends, in various weather climates, around extraneous odors, with experience operating jet rodding units/combination cleaning.

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: 17

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 call 832-393-6015.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6015. (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, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer

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 you have obtained?

+ Less than High School Diploma/GED

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree in a related field

+ Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field

02

How many years of progressively responsible work experience in the maintenance field do you have?

+ Less than 1 year of experience

+ 1 to 2 years of experience

+ 2 to 3 years of experience

+ 3 to 4 years of experience

+ 4 to 5 years of experience

+ 5 years or more of experience

03

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

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

+ Yes

+ No

05

How many years do you have performing preventative maintenance?

+ 1 to 2 years

+ 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 4 years but less than 5 years

+ 5 years or more

06

Which of the following do you have at least 1 year or more of verifiable work experience? (Check all that apply)

+ Collection system maintenance

+ Work order systems GIMS, IMS, or Infor

+ Wastewater laboratory

+ None of the above

07

Which of the following software applications are you proficient in using? (Check all that apply).

+ Word

+ Excel

+ Outlook

+ Powerpoint

+ None of the above

08

Are you willing to work in ALL weather conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

09

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

+ Yes

+ No

10

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

+ Yes

+ No

11

Are you willing to work as a MANDATORY TIER I employee under all situations (including but not limited to hurricanes)?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Please indicate the number of years of supervisory work experience you have:

+ 6 months or less

+ 1 - 2 years

+ 3 - 4 years

+ 5 years or more

13

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

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