San Antonio Water System

  • "CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY " Manager - Distribution & Collection Operations

  • SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
  • 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas 78212 United States View Map
Grade 22 - Starting annual salary: $89,669.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager - Distribution & Collection Operations is responsible for supervising construction and maintaining the integrity of the water distribution, water production, wastewater collection systems, and recycle pump stations. Responsible for extensive collaboration within and outside the organization in conflict resolution and ongoing development of construction standards, specifications and emergency and preventive maintenance practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Supervises, selects, develops, trains and evaluates personnel.
  • Forecasts, allocates, and monitors the human, physical and financial resources for the assigned area.
  • Provides technical and functional guidance to various departments, divisions, governmental agencies, vendors, and manufacturer representatives concerning materials, supplies, equipment, water and wastewater system design, maintenance and repair.
  • Applies water and wastewater principles, practices, theories, laws, procedures and terminology.
  • Develops, organizes, and implements complex technical and operational plans.
  • Develops measures to analyze and improve division’s overall efficiency.
  • Recommends and implements division policies and procedures.
  • Facilitates interdepartmental teamwork.
  • Trains and mentors other employees.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING
  • This position receives general direction.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Science, Public Administration, or related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
  • TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License within 24 months of hire.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
  • Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.
    OR
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. plus eight (8) years’ increasingly responsible experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems, construction, maintenance, and repair.
  • TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License within 24 months of hire.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
  • Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
  • Five (5) years’ increasingly responsible experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems, construction, maintenance, and repair.
  • Two (2) years' experience in a management or supervisory capacity.
  • TCEQ Class "B" Water Distribution Operator License and Class "III" Wastewater Collection Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS
  • Knowledge of water and wastewater principles, practices, theories, laws, procedures and terminology.
  • Skill in using word processing, spreadsheet, database, computerized maintenance management system, and related software.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external staff and customers.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are in an office environment with occasional field visits. Field environment working conditions include frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.
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San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:
  • Competitive, market-based salaries
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Prescription drug program
  • Vision care plan
  • Two retirement plans
  • Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
  • Disability income
  • Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
  • Education assistance program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
  • Wellness programs
  • On-Site Fitness Facilities
  • Community service opportunities


Closing Date/Time: 7/19/2026 11:59 PM Central
San Antonio Water System

San Antonio Water System

(210) 233-2025

The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties.  The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.

As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.

San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful. 

Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.

SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.

SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.

Why Choose a Career at SAWS?  

For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.

For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.

For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.

For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.

For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.

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