Water /Wastewater Plant Maintenance Supervisor, (A264130-9), 208, Transmission & Distribution

Job Title

Utilities Supervisor

Job Description

Revised on 08/11/2026

Supervises employees performing preventive maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater treatment plant equipment. Assigns daily work activities and schedules preventive maintenance work orders. Ensures proper work methods and safety procedures are followed. Maintains inventory of essential parts, materials, and tools.

Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
• Schedules work orders for preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures work orders are complete and safety procedures are followed.
• Coordinates with Plant Management to address repairs and ongoing issues.
• Acquires quotes on materials, parts, and subcontracted work.
• Will be required to be on-call after hours, weekends, and holidays
• Will be required to respond after hours for waterline breaks and/or emergency repairs.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Tools, equipment, parts, and products utilized
• Repair techniques and methods
• Construction
• Modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• The principles and practices of employee supervision

Skills and Abilities:

• Mechanical repairs and operations
• Planning, organization, and time management
• Compliance with directions from management
• Informed decision-making and sound judgement
• Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Maintaining good planning and organizational skills
• Giving directions to and gaining compliance from assigned staff
• Performing strenuous and routine work
• Maintaining a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record
• Projecting a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo
• Effectively communicating both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language
• Compliance with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures
• Maintaining good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space
• Warehouse environment

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements Never

• Communicable diseases

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts

Travel Position will require the employee to travel Never:

• International travel

Seldom

• National travel

Sometimes

• Regional travel

Frequently

• Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least five (5) years of experience in utility maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance of water or wastewater treatment plants
• At least two (2) years of supervising personnel

*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Foreign Education:

• Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) . The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.

Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Benefits

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