Water Systems Supervisor - Wastewater

Job Posting Closing on: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Workdays &

Hours:

Monday
- Friday, 6:30 am - 3:30 pm. Field Operations is a 24/7 operation, and weekend and after-hours work may be required. This position is a first responder in severe weather conditions/emergencies which will be subject to work after hours, emergency call back hours, nights, weekends, holidays and will participate in an on-call rotation schedule. This role requires proactive and dependable individuals who can quickly adapt to changing conditions and respond efficiently to urgent situations.

Ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the wastewater collection systems, maintaining the success of our operations team and the satisfaction of our customers during critical times.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. Find Out More!

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.

The Water Department / Field Operations Division, is seeking a qualified individual to fill positions for Water Systems Supervisor in the Field Operations
- Wastewater Collection System. As the largest division of the Water Department, Field Operations plays a vital role in maintaining the city's infrastructure, ensuring that essential services are delivered to Fort Worth and surrounding customers.

The City of Fort Worth Water Department is seeking an experienced and dedicated Water Systems Supervisor to join our Field Operations Division within the Wastewater Collection System. This division is a critical part of the City’s infrastructure, operating 24/7 and playing an integral role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of Fort Worth's water and wastewater systems. These positions will play a key role in the City’s success by contributing to the continued growth and maintenance of Fort Worth’s critical infrastructure.

As a Water Systems Supervisor, you will supervise and manage staff while overseeing operations to ensure the efficient and safe delivery of services related to water distribution and wastewater collection. The ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in water distribution systems and a proven ability to lead and manage a team. The incumbent will be proactive in addressing issues, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel in responding to challenges requiring quick thinking and problem-solving.

In addition to supervising staff, identifying and allocating resource needs, assigning work to staff, investigating water distribution and wastewater collection issues, inspecting work, responding to and resolving customer questions and concerns, reporting shift activities to day-time staff, and Supervision along with performing complex work in a variety of professional, technical and analytical safety functions in support of the assigned division/department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in water utility field construction, maintenance, repair, or operational activities, including lead supervisory experience
• Currently in possession of TCEQ Wastewater Collections II License is required
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and be on-call to respond to emergencies during off hours
• Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience working with water utility
• Two (2) years of previous supervisory work experience
• Extensive experience working with the public
• Previous experience working with a large municipal utility
• Experience using GIS or other mapping software
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, and contracts

Water Systems Supervisor responsibilities include:

• Supervises assigned staff, which includes prioritizing and assigning work; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring employees…