Austin Water Pipeline Technician Supervisor - DSS
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LocationAustin Water
Work modeon-site
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 29, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Exercises considerable judgment and uses comprehensive knowledge of broadly defined practices, policies, and procedures
Supervises field personnel assigned to the operations and maintenance of water or reclaimed water distribution systems, and/or wastewater collection systems
Plans, conducts, and coordinates activities at remote work sites and facilities with underground utilities
Works on multiple/diverse complex issues and selects the methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
Provides guidance to adhere to safety and training procedures and practices
Provides technical expertise on a variety of distribution and collection activities
Reviews, evaluates, records data using PCs and video equipment in preparing and producing reports to ensure quality, productivity, and accuracy of work assignments
Interprets applicable Federal, State, and Local ordinances and regulations and ensures compliance
Coordinates activities with engineers, construction inspectors, and other city departments
Acts as liaison, as necessary, with other departments, divisions, and organizations
Investigates and responds to citizen complaints and concerns
Evaluates progress and results and recommends major changes in procedures, processes, and policies
Operates with substantial latitude for independent action or decision
Assists in budget preparation
Develops and implements procedures related to asset control
Develops specifications for purchases
Plans and schedules Safety and Tailgate meetings
Ensures proper training and guidance is provided for personnel
About This Position
About the company
ABOUT AUSTIN WATER:
For over 100 years, Austin Water has been committed to providing safe, reliable, high-quality, and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve over 1,000,000 people in the Austin metropolitan area, across more than 548 square miles. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, we’re not just keeping up—we’re leading the way with sustainable infrastructure, advanced treatment technology, and environmental innovation.
Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.
Job Description:
Austin Water Pipeline Technician Supervisor
Purpose:
With general direction, this position exercises considerable judgment and uses comprehensive knowledge of broadly defined practices, policies, and procedures. This position supervises field personnel assigned to the operations and maintenance of water or reclaimed water distribution systems, and/or wastewater collection systems. This position plans, conducts, and coordinates activities at remote work sites and facilities with underground utilities; and works on multiple/diverse complex issues and selects the methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. This position provides guidance to adhere to safety and training procedures and practices.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
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Provides technical expertise on a variety of distribution and collection activities.
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Reviews, evaluates, records data using PCs and video equipment in preparing and producing reports to ensure quality, productivity, and accuracy of work assignments.
•
Interprets applicable Federal, State, and Local ordinances and regulations and ensures compliance.
•
Coordinates activities with engineers, construction inspectors, and other city departments.
•
Acts as liaison, as necessary, with other departments, divisions, and organizations.
•
Investigates and responds to citizen complaints and concerns.
•
Evaluates progress and results and recommends major changes in procedures, processes, and policies.
•
Operates with substantial latitude for independent action or decision.
•
Assists in budget preparation.
•
Develops and implements procedures related to asset control.
•
Develops specifications for purchases.
•
Plans and schedules Safety and Tailgate meetings.
•
Ensures proper training and guidance is provided for personnel.