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Job Description
Grade 20 - Starting annual salary: $70,179.00. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Technical Planner is responsible for maintenance data integrity, program design, job planning and training for computerized maintenance management and procurement system. Responsible for research, evaluation, development, and recommendation for improvements and upgrades to the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Responsible for technical support functions related to short and long-term proactive maintenance planning and scheduling of SAWS infrastructure; including managing daily activities associated with the Edward Aquifer Rule requirements as mandated by the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Builds and implements a functional computerized maintenance management system to include functional locations, equipment audits, nameplate data, tasks, job planning, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Develops and implements functional business processes to comply with the goals of the organization.
- Acts as system integration expert to ensure successful implementation of corporate program initiatives.
- Maintains, tracks, analyzes, and evaluates data used for management and regulatory reporting purposes.
- Ensures and optimizes the system performance, functionality and data integrity.
- Provides end user support and training in CMMS applications.
- Audits and reviews the processing of purchase requisitions and staff performance.
- Develops customized reports for management to evaluate data and work requirements and overall maintenance effectiveness.
- Evaluates, recommends and implements new software systems to support maintenance functions.
- Assists with forecasting, allocating, and monitoring of the human, physical, and financial resources for the assigned area.
- Supports and implements various program initiatives.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
- May supervise, select, develop, train, and evaluate performance of employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- The Technical Planner receives limited supervision/guidance.
- May directly supervise employees.
- May represent Department Manager or Director in meetings on an as needed basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
- Five years' experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Two years in a lead or supervisory role pertaining to data management.
- Bachelor's Degree in an associated field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Two years' experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), computer aided drafting and design software, cartography, and technical drafting applications.
- Three years' experience with data analysis and relational databases through use of Microsoft access application.
- Experience in the maintenance of a water and/or wastewater utility.
- Experience with symbols and terminology in civil engineering drawings associated with a utility.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, report writers, and financial software.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, internal clients, contractors, and vendors.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are in an office environment and performs occasional field visits. Field environment conditions include working in inclement weather, with exposure to wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined spaced hazards, offensive fumes, excessive noise, heavy traffic, deep excavations, animals, snakes, and poisonous insects.
May also operate a company vehicle. May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts.
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: 9/14/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe 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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