This position is responsible for supervising 3 to 12 employees.
Supervises employees in any of the following areas: repair, construction and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems; performance of leak detection surveys and coordination of related activities; analysis of the wastewater collection system and collection of data.
Trains, mentors, supervises, and evaluates crew members by checking their work for efficiency and quality. Initiates corrective action as necessary.
Operates a variety of complex electronic equipment associated with specific assignments such as pipe tracing equipment, leak detection correlators and Closed Circuit TV equipment.
Performs various utility calculations.
May oversee and perform complex repairs of mechanical equipment and piping systems and in-house construction projects, including equipment demolition and installation.
Responsible for adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Perform position specific physical testing.
Secures and accounts for materials, stock, tools and heavy equipment.
Interprets blue prints, construction plans, as-built drawings and reads and interprets block maps, operations and maintenance manuals and maintenance reports.
Requirements
water distribution
cmms
cdl‑a
tceq license
high school
3 years
Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.
Shoring Boards & Jacks
High School Diploma or GED.
Probe Bar
Assorted Size Shovels
Proficient in the use and application of computer software packages which include: word processing, spreadsheets, database, and computerized maintenance management systems.
Valid Class “CDL-A” Texas Driver’s License depending on area of assignment, otherwise a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
Experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
Depending on area of assignment: TCEQ Class “II” Wastewater Collection license, TCEQ Class “C” Groundwater Operator license, TCEQ Class "C" Wastewater Operator license, or obtain within twelve months of appointment. *
Three years’ experience in operation, maintenance or construction of water or wastewater facilities.
Proficient in the use of materials, tools, utility calculations and equipment commonly used in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution, wastewater treatment and collection systems.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
Number of people served by the company's water and wastewater services.
1992
Year Founded
The year the company was established as a vital utility provider.
Operates and maintains an extensive network of pipelines, reservoirs, and treatment facilities.
Ensures a reliable water supply while emphasizing sustainability and conservation.
Key projects include expanding wastewater treatment plants, water recycling initiatives, and infrastructure modernization.
Collaborates with local communities to implement water-saving programs and technologies.
Serves urban, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Culture + Values
Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services.
Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life.
Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
Code of Ethical Standards: all employees are stewards of public trust and expected to conduct themselves in a manner that instills consumer confidence.
SAWS Cares motto: “leading, serving, giving.”
Actively engages employees in community volunteerism and fundraising through SAWS Cares.
Environment + Sustainability
10% by 2028
Energy Efficiency Initiative
Reduces energy intensity per unit by 10% through strategic energy management.
$550K Earnings
Energy Demand Response Program
Participates in CPS Energy Demand Response, earning $551k+ by reducing 7.5 MW demand.
44 Billion Gallons
Water Storage Capacity
Aquifer Storage & Recovery stores underground water for drought preparedness.
1 Trillion Gallons
Water Conservation Achievement
Conservation programs saved more than 1 trillion gallons of water over decades.
Aligned with City of San Antonio goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Operates the nation’s largest direct recycled water system: ~130 miles of pipeline, supplying up to 25,000 AFY.
Purchased Enchanted Rock natural-gas microgrid generators in 2023 to ensure power resilience with reduced emissions.
Inclusion & Diversity
1,934 Employees
Workforce Size
Over 1,934 employees serve approximately 2.1 million customers.
9 Times Ranked
Top Workplace Recognition
Recognized among San Antonio’s Top Workplaces nine times since 2011.
On-site fitness centers, tuition assistance, flexible work arrangements, retirement plans, health benefits, paid vacation and sick leave offered.
Female representation: Leadership team includes women (e.g., Board Chair Amy Hardberger); overall gender breakdown unspecified publicly.
Recruitment goal: attract best talent and enable professional growth; mission-driven workplace encouraging personal development via training and career progression.