Water Utility Construction Superintendent
About The Position
Olson Construction Services is a close-knit, relationship-driven Texas water utility repair and construction company serving the Wimberley, Kyle, Austin, and San Marcos areas. The company values integrity, stewardship, pride in completed work, teamwork, respect, transparency, and an ownership mentality. As Water Utility Construction Superintendent, you will lead a 12-member field team across the Wimberley, Kyle, Austin, and San Marcos area. This is a dynamic, service-led leadership role focused approximately 70% on repairs and emergency response, 20% on project work, and 10% on customer service and problem-solving support. You will oversee field operations, coordinate changing priorities and emergency needs, strengthen communication between the field and office, and help ensure work orders and customer needs are handled effectively.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience; 3–5+ years preferred.
- Experience in commercial water, underground utility, or a similar fast-paced mechanical service environment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a clean background check.
- Strong field judgment and practical experience; academic credentials are not the primary focus.
- Ability to lead calmly through changing priorities and emergency response situations.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, service-led environment.
Nice To Haves
- CDL preferred, with general endorsement.
- Bilingual skills preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead Service Crew Leads and Water Technician I/II team members.
- Coordinate changing priorities, including after-hours and weekend emergency response.
- Oversee water utility repairs and emergency response activities.
- Oversee tap installations.
- Support mainline extensions and water treatment plant work.
- Meet with customers, assess work requirements, and return project details for bids.
- Provide customer and problem-solving support as needed.
- Strengthen communication between field operations and the office.
- Maintain strong work-order discipline and communication.
- Lead field team members with a focus on teamwork, respect, transparency, and an ownership mentality.
- Travel locally across the Wimberley, Kyle, Austin, and San Marcos areas.
Benefits
- Paid health insurance.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid vacation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
