Foreperson - Lift Stations

Job Description

Grade 19 - Starting hourly rate: $ 29.86. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

The Foreperson - Lift Stations requires a valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Foreperson-Lift Stations reports to a Superintendent and is responsible for supervising a crew that performs inspection and maintenance of lift stations in the wastewater collection system.

This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as a Foreperson will automatically advance to Senior Foreperson upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Foreperson with SAWS.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Trains, mentors, supervises, and evaluates crew members by checking their work for efficiency and quality. Initiates corrective action as necessary.
• Supervises employees in the inspection and maintenance of lift stations, including wet well cleaning with combination vacuum trucks.
• Oversees and performs repairs of mechanical equipment and piping systems for lift stations, including equipment installation.
• Oversees sanitary sewer overflow response and clean-up at lift stations and assists the wastewater collection system maintenance crews when a sanitary sewer overflow occurs on a force main.
• Participates in safety committees, work planning groups, and special project teams.
• Coordinates with other organizational groups, crafts, and operational staff.
• Provides input and mechanical expertise on procurement of new parts, machinery and equipment.
• Secures and accounts for materials, stock, tools and heavy equipment.
• Reads and interprets construction plans, as-built drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, maintenance reports, and other technical data.
• Responsible for adhering to safety policies and procedures, including confined space entry.
• Performs various utility calculations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• This position works under limited supervision.
• This position is responsible for supervising 3 to 12 employees.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years’ experience in operation, maintenance or construction of water or wastewater facilities.
• TCEQ Class “II” Wastewater Collection Operator License or TCEQ Class “C” Wastewater Operator License upon hire.
• Valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker endorsement.
• Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness training and/or certification.
• Pass position specific physical testing.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• TCEQ Class “III” Wastewater Collection Operator License.
• Experience in wastewater collection systems.
• Experience with using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order documentation.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors, governmental agencies, and the public.
• Proficient skill in the use of materials, tools, utility calculations and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of wastewater collection systems.
• Proficient skill in the use and application of computer software packages which include: word processing, spreadsheets, and computerized maintenance management systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; assisting in the pushing of objects weighing up to 105 pounds; assisting in the pulling of objects weighing up to 105 pounds.

Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedule such as on-call, rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or emergency response.

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: 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Central