What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Lift Station Superintendent position at El Paso Water?
Salary
$65,472.58 - $81,840.72 Annually
Location
Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type
Civil Service
Job Number
20910-0526
Department
El Paso Water Utilities
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
5/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
50
MOS Codes: None
Education and Experience: High School Diploma, GED or higher, and six (6) years of experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity or EPWU Wastewater Plant Technician II.
Licenses and Certificates: Class "C" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class II Collection Certificate of Competency issued by TNRCC required by time of appointment. Class "B" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class III Collection Certificate of Competency is required within one (1) year of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment.
General Purpose
Under direction, supervise and coordinate operation and maintenance of wastewater lift stations.
Typical Duties
Supervise and coordinate maintenance of wastewater lift stations. Involves: Plan, schedule and assign operation maintenance repair of lift station equipment such as pumps, motors, compressors, valves, check valves, electrical, and other related equipment. Meter all sewage introduced into the system. Record chart readings and send meter readings to customer service. Attend meetings to coordinate and review all new construction, renovations, and improvements to lift stations, wastewater treatment plants, and all wastewater sections to ensure coordination for complete or partial shutdowns of sections of the sewer or wastewater system. Respond to and determine appropriate action in emergency power failures and other issues.
Perform administrative duties as assigned. Involves: Respond to emergencies and determine remedial action. Conduct field inspections to ensure conformance with regulatory requirements. Respond to and resolve customer complaints. Request quotes from vendors, approve and order parts, and equipment, and generate requisitions to obtain a purchase order number to purchase parts and equipment. Consult with engineers and contractors to facilitate additions, deletions, and modifications to existing systems. Oversee maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and grounds. Maintain records of work performed, and enter data in monthly reports. Prepare and interpret maintenance manuals blueprints and schematics.
Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, and review operational and procedural activities. Prioritize and coordinate section and crew activities. Instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review subordinate supervisor evaluations. Provide training and development to meet regulatory compliance. Maintain records of operator certification and training. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work standards. Counsel, motivate, and maintain harmony. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, or other employee status changes.
General Information
For a complete job specification, click here.
Important Note: The required Supplemental Questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.
Applicants are being tested on a conditional basis pending a review of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed for applicants who pass the Supplemental Questions exam.
Per CSC Rules & Regulations, after review of the minimum qualifications for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam, a passing score, combined with applicable seniority points and veteran points, will be used to create a list of candidates.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Please note: Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.
A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.
To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.
Benefits
LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE
The City of El Paso is a self-insured entity with a third-party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
Employees can select optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (healthcare and/or dependent care for daycare expenses). All of these insurance and coverage options can be configured within a month of your new employee orientation date.
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health sessions, therapy, and more is available at no cost. A trained counselors are also available to help you and your dependents cope with life’s stressors so that you can live a happy productive lifestyle.
The City’s Wellness Program seeks to promote better health and wellness amongst the workforce through various programs and incentives in which employees may choose to participate in, to include wellness education, fitness tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching and so much more!
Keep Learning, Growing & Reinventing Yourself! The City of El Paso's Tuition Assistance Program encourages employee personal and professional development by sharing educational costs with those employees who have successfully completed their original probation, and in turn retain a skillful workforce. Each year, employees can obtain Tuition Assistance for Degree, Certifications, Continuing Education, and Books & Equipment.
ELIGIBILITY FOR VACATION LEAVE
All regular employees who are regularly scheduled to work on an average, a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week, who have held a position in the City Service for a period of six months from date of employment, shall be eligible for vacation allowance as hereinafter set forth. Part-time employees shall accrue vacation leave at a pro-rated amount of full-time entitlement based on the number of hours that they are scheduled to work. Employees covered by collective bargaining agreements shall accrue vacation as provided in the applicable agreement.
For 0 - 5 Years Of Service (12 Days)
Regular employees in the City Service shall accrue vacation credit at the following rates per pay period, calculated from the date of employment of each employee:
40 hour per week employees - 3.70 hours per biweekly pay period
For >5 to 15 years of service (17 days):
40 hour per week employees - 5.24 hours per biweekly pay period
For >15 or more years of service (20 days):
40 hour per week employees - 6.16 hours per biweekly pay period
SICK LEAVE WITH PAY
Employees shall be entitled to accrue sick leave with pay in accordance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission.
ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE
The Amended Section 4.4 of the Ordinance shall become effective upon adoption and shall apply to occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring on and after date of adoption. Occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring before such date will be governed by the Ordinance in effect at the time of the date of injury or disease.
PREGNANCY LEAVE
The following days are hereby declared legal holidays for all the City departments, provided that the provisions of this section shall not apply to members of the Fire Department whose duties are to prevent or extinguish fires, or to members of the Police Department whose duties are those of law enforcement: (Amended 10/03/95)
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Please indicate your highest level of education and your experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment by selecting the appropriate option below.
How many years of supervisory capacity or EPWU Wastewater Plant Technician II do you have?
Do you have the Class "C" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class II Collection Certificate of Competency issued by TNRCC
Do you have a valid USA driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
What is your level of knowledge of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
What is your level of knowledge of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
Describe your supervisory practices and techniques.
08
Required supplemental questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.
I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending review of minimum qualifications. Note: Only applications that pass the Supplemental Questions exam will be reviewed.
Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Have you had your diploma, transcripts, degree or other required documents translated and evaluated by an agency of NACES?
Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions. The following will disqualify you from moving forward in the recruitment process. -Failure to fully detail all work experience and job duties. -Failure to fully detail all lead, supervisory and managerial experience and duties if required. -Overlapping dates of work experience. -Copying and pasting directly from the job specification. -Responses referring to your résumé.
Employer City of El Paso
Address 300 N. Campbell
El Paso, Texas, 79901
Phone 915-212-0045
Website http://www.elpasotexas.gov
$65,472.58 - $81,840.72 Annually
Location
Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type
Civil Service
Job Number
20910-0526
Department
El Paso Water Utilities
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
5/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
50
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
MOS Codes: None
Education and Experience: High School Diploma, GED or higher, and six (6) years of experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity or EPWU Wastewater Plant Technician II.
Licenses and Certificates: Class "C" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class II Collection Certificate of Competency issued by TNRCC required by time of appointment. Class "B" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class III Collection Certificate of Competency is required within one (1) year of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment.
General Purpose
Under direction, supervise and coordinate operation and maintenance of wastewater lift stations.
Typical Duties
Supervise and coordinate maintenance of wastewater lift stations. Involves: Plan, schedule and assign operation maintenance repair of lift station equipment such as pumps, motors, compressors, valves, check valves, electrical, and other related equipment. Meter all sewage introduced into the system. Record chart readings and send meter readings to customer service. Attend meetings to coordinate and review all new construction, renovations, and improvements to lift stations, wastewater treatment plants, and all wastewater sections to ensure coordination for complete or partial shutdowns of sections of the sewer or wastewater system. Respond to and determine appropriate action in emergency power failures and other issues.
Perform administrative duties as assigned. Involves: Respond to emergencies and determine remedial action. Conduct field inspections to ensure conformance with regulatory requirements. Respond to and resolve customer complaints. Request quotes from vendors, approve and order parts, and equipment, and generate requisitions to obtain a purchase order number to purchase parts and equipment. Consult with engineers and contractors to facilitate additions, deletions, and modifications to existing systems. Oversee maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and grounds. Maintain records of work performed, and enter data in monthly reports. Prepare and interpret maintenance manuals blueprints and schematics.
Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, and review operational and procedural activities. Prioritize and coordinate section and crew activities. Instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review subordinate supervisor evaluations. Provide training and development to meet regulatory compliance. Maintain records of operator certification and training. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work standards. Counsel, motivate, and maintain harmony. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, or other employee status changes.
General Information
For a complete job specification, click here.
Important Note: The required Supplemental Questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.
Applicants are being tested on a conditional basis pending a review of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed for applicants who pass the Supplemental Questions exam.
Per CSC Rules & Regulations, after review of the minimum qualifications for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam, a passing score, combined with applicable seniority points and veteran points, will be used to create a list of candidates.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Please note: Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.
A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.
To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.
Benefits
LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE
The City of El Paso is a self-insured entity with a third-party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
Employees can select optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (healthcare and/or dependent care for daycare expenses). All of these insurance and coverage options can be configured within a month of your new employee orientation date.
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health sessions, therapy, and more is available at no cost. A trained counselors are also available to help you and your dependents cope with life’s stressors so that you can live a happy productive lifestyle.
The City’s Wellness Program seeks to promote better health and wellness amongst the workforce through various programs and incentives in which employees may choose to participate in, to include wellness education, fitness tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching and so much more!
Keep Learning, Growing & Reinventing Yourself! The City of El Paso's Tuition Assistance Program encourages employee personal and professional development by sharing educational costs with those employees who have successfully completed their original probation, and in turn retain a skillful workforce. Each year, employees can obtain Tuition Assistance for Degree, Certifications, Continuing Education, and Books & Equipment.
ELIGIBILITY FOR VACATION LEAVE
All regular employees who are regularly scheduled to work on an average, a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week, who have held a position in the City Service for a period of six months from date of employment, shall be eligible for vacation allowance as hereinafter set forth. Part-time employees shall accrue vacation leave at a pro-rated amount of full-time entitlement based on the number of hours that they are scheduled to work. Employees covered by collective bargaining agreements shall accrue vacation as provided in the applicable agreement.
For 0 - 5 Years Of Service (12 Days)
Regular employees in the City Service shall accrue vacation credit at the following rates per pay period, calculated from the date of employment of each employee:
40 hour per week employees - 3.70 hours per biweekly pay period
For >5 to 15 years of service (17 days):
40 hour per week employees - 5.24 hours per biweekly pay period
For >15 or more years of service (20 days):
40 hour per week employees - 6.16 hours per biweekly pay period
SICK LEAVE WITH PAY
Employees shall be entitled to accrue sick leave with pay in accordance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission.
ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE
The Amended Section 4.4 of the Ordinance shall become effective upon adoption and shall apply to occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring on and after date of adoption. Occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring before such date will be governed by the Ordinance in effect at the time of the date of injury or disease.
PREGNANCY LEAVE
- Pregnancy shall be treated the same as any other temporary physical disability.
- An employee on pregnancy leave shall use accumulated and unused regular sick leave time and then (unless granted use of special sick leave) shall be on leave without pay, unless the employee chooses to use any accumulated and unused annual leave.
- An employee going on pregnancy leave shall give written notice to her department head with appropriate medical verification. Before returning to work from pregnancy leave, the individual will provide appropriate medical documentation releasing the employee to return to work, as is required for any individual who has been on leave for a temporary physical disability.
The following days are hereby declared legal holidays for all the City departments, provided that the provisions of this section shall not apply to members of the Fire Department whose duties are to prevent or extinguish fires, or to members of the Police Department whose duties are those of law enforcement: (Amended 10/03/95)
- First day of January (New Year's Day)
- Third Monday in January (Martin Luther King Holiday)
- Thirty-first day in March (Cesar Chavez Day)
- Last Monday in May (Memorial Day)
- June 19 (Juneteenth)
- Fourth day of July (Independence Day)
- First Monday in September (Labor Day)
- Eleventh Day in November (Veteran's Day)
- Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
- The Friday following the fourth Thursday in November (Day after Thanksgiving)
- Twenty-fifth Day in December (Christmas Day)
- Employee's Birthday
01
Please indicate your highest level of education and your experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment by selecting the appropriate option below.
- I have a High School Diploma, GED and six (6) years of experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment
- I have an Associate's degree and four (4) years of experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment
- I have a Bachelor's degree or higher, and four (4) years of experience in the operation or maintenance of pumps, motors, and related utility equipment
- None of the above
How many years of supervisory capacity or EPWU Wastewater Plant Technician II do you have?
- I have 2 to 3 years
- I have 3 to 5 years
- I have 6 or more
- I have no experience
Do you have the Class "C" Wastewater Certificate of Competency or Class II Collection Certificate of Competency issued by TNRCC
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid USA driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
- Texas Class A - CDL or equivalent from another state.
- Texas Class B - CDL or equivalent from another state.
- Texas Class C or equivalent from another state.
- No, I do not have a valid driver's license.
What is your level of knowledge of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
- I have considerable of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
- I have good knowledge of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
- I have some knowledge of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
- No knowledge no of the maintenance and repair of wastewater systems and lift stations.
What is your level of knowledge of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
- I have considerable knowledge of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
- I have good knowledge of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
- I have some of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
- I have no knowledge of operation and repair of pumps and motors.
Describe your supervisory practices and techniques.
08
Required supplemental questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.
- I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending review of my minimum qualifications.
I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending review of minimum qualifications. Note: Only applications that pass the Supplemental Questions exam will be reviewed.
- I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending review of my minimum qualifications.
Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Have you had your diploma, transcripts, degree or other required documents translated and evaluated by an agency of NACES?
- Yes, it has been translated and certified and I can provide documentation upon a job offer.
- No, I have not had my degree translated and certified.
- N/A - my degree is from an accredited U.S. university or college.
Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions. The following will disqualify you from moving forward in the recruitment process. -Failure to fully detail all work experience and job duties. -Failure to fully detail all lead, supervisory and managerial experience and duties if required. -Overlapping dates of work experience. -Copying and pasting directly from the job specification. -Responses referring to your résumé.
- I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
Employer City of El Paso
Address 300 N. Campbell
El Paso, Texas, 79901
Phone 915-212-0045
Website http://www.elpasotexas.gov
Salary : $65,473 - $81,841