Assistant Public Works Maintenance Manager (Wastewater Operations)

Posting number: 39354

Department: Houston Public Works

Job classification: ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Management, Maintenance

Summary

Wastewater OperationsApplications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/ Section: Houston Water/ Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: Various Locations*
Workdays & Hours:  M – F 6:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists in directing and managing Public Works wastewater maintenance and repairs, and associated personnel. Assists in enacting policy; develops, maintains, and interprets Branch and Departmental policies.  Manages personnel and resources in developing and implementing in-house electrical projects, support and assistance. Recommends electrical equipment, operating budget. Reviews electrical plans, facilities and oversees contract work. Coordinates with CenterPoint and other energy providers. Facilitates work between mechanical, data, engineering, administration, and operations groups. Serves as member committees and task forces for project-planning. Establishes goals and evaluates section performance. Develops and evaluates subordinates.  Maintains current knowledge of technology and legislative changes which affect specific activities and initiates actions made necessary by such changes.  Implements and monitors technical and safety training.   Assists annually in fiscal year budget preparation.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping, bending, or exposure to outside conditions for long periods of time in various elements.  Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 40 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

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

Examples of duties

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.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. 

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

Qualifications

**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.**

Supplemental 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.

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