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Public Works Maintenance Section Chief - DWO

City of Houston
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/10/2025
Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line: Houston Drinking Water

Reporting Location: 7027 Ardmore (GNEHSA)

Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri/7:00 am - 3:30 pm Shifts*

Subject to change*

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can:

  • Maintains time and attendance via KRONOS system.
  • Plans, coordinates and directs the activities of employees who are engaged in providing facility maintenance at the City of Houston's Groundwater Plants. Such as centrifugal pumps, actuators, valves, air compressors, Generators, and all Groundwater mechanical equipment.
  • Organizes and assigns the work of maintenance crew and monitors work in progress.
  • Ensures that employees have adequate work supplies and properly functioning equipment in order to perform assigned tasks.
  • Maintains current knowledge of technological advances, changes in statutes and impact of long-range planning objectives.
  • Completes performance appraisals, recommends disciplinary and/or performance counseling as appropriate; ensures consistent application of personnel policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May require working in all types of weather and dusty, noisy environments. Some physical exertion such as climbing ladders and lifting objects up to 40 pounds. The pounds individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

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

Minimum Requirements

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

Minimum Experience Requirements

Five (5) years of Maintenance and/or Restoration experience.

Minimum License Requirements

A Valid Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference Will Be Given To Candidates With

  • 5 or more years of knowledge and/or experience in preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance related to pump repair (i.e. alignment and vibration testing).
  • Experience supervising employees.
  • Knowledge of EAM or similar work order management software.
  • Who have the ability to maintain current knowledge of technical changes that affect activities and initiate appropriate actions pursuant to such changes; in addition to the ability to develop, implement and monitor productivity measures for individuals and groups.

***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

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

Qualifications

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range for this position is:

Pay Grade - 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. 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 832-393-6032.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6032 (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.

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

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.

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