Job Details

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.

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.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices obtainable 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 will be given to applicants 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.

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, the candidate must pass an assigned 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: or call 832.###.####.

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