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*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (DCOPS) CONSTRUCTION GROUP
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Facilities Management
*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (Eastside Maintenance)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Facilities Management
*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (SMCOC Maintenance)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Facilities Management
"Current SAWS Employees Only* Millwright Mechanic - Production
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Health
Journey Level Mechanic - Treatment Operations
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$48,672.00 - $83,512.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Wastewater Tech (Range I-III) - Recycle Operations & Odor Control
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$45,552.00 - $74,734.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Geographic Information Systems Analyst Programmer (GIS)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$70,179.00 - $120,411.00 Annually
- Full Time
- GIS and Surveying
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Telecommunications Specialist (IP Telephony and Radio)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$55,037.00 - $94,411.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
*CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* Superintendent - Meter Services
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$79,373.00 - $142,085.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Utilities
Master Electrician - Generator Team (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Master Electrician - Predictive Maintenance (PdM) (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Master Electrician - Treatment Maintenance (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Project Coordinator - Conservation
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
$79,373.00 - $142,085.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Environmental Services
- Project Management
Agency Instructor I - EHS
- San Antonio, Texas
- Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Public Health
Senior Vice President – Chief Financial Officer
- San Antonio, Texas
- San Antonio Water System
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- Accounting and Finance
- Administration and Management
11B Infantryman - Management Training
- San Antonio, Texas
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- San Antonio, Texas
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- Full Time
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*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (DCOPS) CONSTRUCTION GROUP
- 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas 78212 United States
- SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
- May 24, 2026
- $62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually - Full Time
SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM

The 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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- $62,109.00 - $106,538.00 Annually
- Full Time
- May 24, 2026
Job Description
Grade 19 - Starting hourly rate: $33.00 Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as a Foreperson will automatically advance to Senior Foreperson upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Foreperson with SAWS

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Foreperson - DCOPS reports to a Superintendent and is responsible for supervising a crew that performs any of the following functions: analysis, repair, construction and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems; leak detection surveys and coordinates related activities. This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as a Foreperson-DCOPS will automatically advance to Senior Foreperson upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as a Foreperson with SAWS.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Trains, mentors, supervises, and evaluates crew members by checking their work for efficiency and quality. Initiates corrective action as necessary.
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.
Operates a variety of complex electronic equipment associated with specific assignments such as but not limited to pipe tracing equipment and leak detection correlators.
Secures and accounts for materials, stock, tools and heavy equipment.
Interprets blueprints, construction plans, as-built drawings and reads and interprets block maps, operations and maintenance manuals and maintenance reports.
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.
Performs various utility calculations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING
This position works under limited supervision.
This position is responsible for supervising 3 to 12 employees.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED.
Three years’ experience in operation, maintenance and/or construction of water and/or wastewater facilities.
TCEQ Class “C” Water Distribution Operator License and Class "III" Wastewater Collection Operator License within 24 months of hire.
Valid Class “CDL-A” Texas Driver’s License.
Work Zone Traffic Control, Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Awareness and/or certification where applicable.
Pass position specific physical testing.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
JOB DIMENSIONS
Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
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.
Proficient in the use and application of computer software packages which include: word processing, spreadsheets, database, and computerized maintenance management systems.

LIST OF EQUIPMENT

Equipment Operation

The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this position. Additional equipment not on this list must be of similar size, weight and complexity.

•Truck

•Water Trench Pump

•Trailer

•Trench Pump Hose

•Jack Hammer

•Hammers

•Shoring Boards & Jacks

•Pipe Clamps

•Shoring Pump

•Copper Tubing Rolls

•Whacker tamp

•Probe Bar

•Hole Hog

•Maul & Other Hand Tools

•Assorted Size Ladders

•Assorted Size Shovels

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90pounds occasionally; assisting in the pushing of objects weighing up to 105 pounds; assisting in the pulling of objects weighing up to 105 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedule such as on-call, rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or emergency response.

LNI#-DNI

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: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
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SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM

The 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.
SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
- https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saws
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*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (DCOPS) CONSTRUCTION GROUP

*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (Eastside Maintenance)

*Current SAWS Employees Only* Foreperson (SMCOC Maintenance)

"Current SAWS Employees Only* Millwright Mechanic - Production

Journey Level Mechanic - Treatment Operations

Wastewater Tech (Range I-III) - Recycle Operations & Odor Control

Geographic Information Systems Analyst Programmer (GIS)

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*CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* Superintendent - Meter Services

Master Electrician - Generator Team (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

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