Public Works

Director of Public Works

Jacob Cowling

Cowing began his employment with the City of Teague in March 2017 as the Director of Public Works. Cowling has been working in the Public Works field for over a decade and prior to that, he worked in construction for 5 years.

Cowling worked his way up from a Field Technician to a Water and Wastewater Operator by doing this, Cowling gained knowledge of all matters related to public works and construction. Cowling, now as the City of Teague's Director of Public Works, oversees managing and running of the Water, Wastewater, Street, Park Departments and Building Maintenance.

Cowling is also the Safety Coordinator for the City and strives to make sure everyone is working safe and in safe conditions. He always promotes growth for the City and City employees. Cowling currently holds a Class B Ground Water Treatment License and a Class B Wastewater Treatment License. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, traveling and spending time with his Family.