Scheduler Analyst - Austin Water

City of Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$36 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference : Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security : Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces : Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. 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: Purpose: Under general supervision, this position performs and manages tasks to assist engineering or management on project or workforce planning and scheduling. Notes to Candidate: Position Overview: Austin Water is seeking a Scheduler Analyst for the Pipeline Capital Improvement Program Delivery Division. This position will perform a combination of office and field tasks and will be primarily responsible for coordinating activities related to (1) performing field inspection and condition assessments of wastewater collection system assets, (2) managing service contracts that rehabilitate or replace wastewater collection system assets, (3) providing technical guidance on wastewater collection system assets to internal and external stakeholders, (4) coordinating the permitting and implementation of traffic control plans with contractors, Right of Way staff, and Austin Water staff, and (5) providing emergency response on Austin Water utilities. This position will also support a wide range of other projects as well as operation and maintenance activities related to Austin Water’s wastewater collection system. On occasion, this position will also support projects associated with Austin Water’s potable and reclaimed water distribution systems. In addition, this position will review engineering construction plans and specifications and perform constructability reviews. The successful candidate will serve in both lead and support roles on various Austin Water projects which will include coordinating challenging issues associated with a fast-growing city.

Requirements

Knowledge of construction projects common to utilities.
Knowledge of workforce requirements and work output for field construction crews.
Knowledge of equipment and construction techniques common to utility construction practices.
Skill in reviewing and summarizing project status reports.
Skill in maintaining records of project phase.
Skill in scheduling workforce.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience in coordination and scheduling of utility infrastructure projects.
Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

Nice To Haves

Experience with operations and maintenance of wastewater collection system pipelines, manholes, and other assets; managing and/or inspecting construction and/or service contracts related to wastewater collection system assets; coordinating with multiple work groups both internal and external; and providing training and guidance to Austin Water personnel
Experience interacting with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to project managers, engineers, construction inspectors, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, operation and maintenance staff, and wastewater collection system customers
Knowledge of the City of Austin permitting processes, Austin Water and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) water and wastewater design criteria, engineering standards and specifications, and water and/or wastewater product review
Knowledge of Right of Way (ROW) permits and traffic control plans
Experience reviewing construction plans, performing constructability reviews, and providing guidance and recommendation on construction methods
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word); Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS); and Infor Public Sector (IPS) or similar database for managing wastewater collection systems assets, service requests, and work orders
Ability to travel to more than one work location
Ability to work outside of normal business hours to support emergency operations

Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules field construction and maintenance projects.
Coordinates and reviews construction- or engineering-related contracts and contract documents.
Measures work performances against engineering work standards to develop, maintain, and improve City of Austin design and construction standards.
Tracks status of projects, and reports to management.
Plans projects by determining crew size and composition, work hour requirements, and equipment requirements.
Prepares work order schedules, control records, and post schedules.
Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers.
Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies.
Meets with project managers, engineers, and contractors to discuss designs.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others.