PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE SECTION CHIEF

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE SECTION CHIEF Print ( Apply ufeff PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE SECTION CHIEF Salary $30.08 - $31.91 Hourly Location Houston Job Type Full Time Job Number 38015 Department Houston Public Works Division HW-Wastewater Operations (WWO) Opening Date 01/28/2026 Closing Date 2/10/2026 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Service Line: Transportation & Drainage Operations Section: Street Maintenance Reporting Location: 5500 McCarty Workdays & Hours: Monday -Thursday, 6:00a.m. - 4:30p.m. Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews various operations and personnel to ensure implementation and completion of work. Assigns work to subordinate supervisors, clerical, and technical personnel. Reviews and critiques methods and procedures regularly to maintain and improve efficient areas of operation. Evaluates individual and group performances and make or recommend improvements. Prepares street maintenance according to the guidelines. Prepares SOP's and revisions in a timely manner. Ensures documents are completed accurately and on time to meet division goals. Maintain records and reports of work schedules and accomplishments. Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with the division's expectations. Monitors on-going projects to ensure all required work is completed in accordance with COH standards. Coordinates the work of sections and works cooperatively with other divisions, outside agencies, committees and civic associations. Prepares annual operating budgets. Makes recommendations for capital facilities. Ensures personnel receive appropriate safety training and supplies, including review of SARA Title III right-to-know information. Strong ability to manage high volume service request routed through service line. WORKING CONDITIONS This position is mostly physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasions where the individual will have routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier I Level. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a high school diploma or GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Five years of experience closely related to the activities of the section are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS A valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving. (AP 2-2) PREFERENCES Preference shall be given to eligible candidates with experience in operating and maintaining open drainage infrastructures. 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 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 posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or please call 832.393.6120.

Created: 2026-01-30