Pollution Control Inspector

City of Memphis•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the zone supervisor of environmental inspection in the Public Works Division. Conducts internal inspections of sewer lines using mobile television equipment with closed-circuit TV cameras, flow meters, and smoke-test blowers to identify repair needs throughout the City and County. Locates sections for inspection and determines setup procedures, directs workers in positioning equipment, cables, and chemicals, and monitors equipment to identify inflow-infiltration points and sewer-line defects. Operates the mobile television unit’s control panel to record sewer-line conditions and photograph serious or unusual irregularities. Records pertinent data, prepares reports, communicates with workers by mobile radio, and confers with the supervisor about sewer-line conditions. Gives workers directions for safe and efficient equipment use and answers residents’ questions about the inspection process. Inspects equipment for malfunctions and performs routine maintenance. Drives vehicles to work sites, including a TV van, wash truck, or pickup truck. Inspections may take place in alleys, woods, and flood areas and may occasionally require travel by small boat or helicopter. Keeps abreast of emerging trends and changes in federal, state, and local regulations regarding sewer ordinances. May attend court to provide technical data on sewer-line conditions and perform additional assigned functions.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
One year of experience in sewer-line maintenance and/or construction, or a combination of experience and training that enables performance of the job functions.
Possess and maintain a valid Class B Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License with N tank endorsements.
Comply with Federal Department of Transportation alcohol and drug testing rules as a condition of continued employment.

Responsibilities

Conduct internal inspections of sewer lines using mobile TV cameras, flow meters, and smoke-test blowers to determine repair needs.
Locate sewer-line sections for inspection and determine setup procedures.
Direct workers in positioning equipment, cables, and chemicals.
Monitor inspection equipment to locate and identify inflow-infiltration points and sewer-line defects.
Operate mobile television equipment to record sewer-line conditions and photograph serious or unusual irregularities.
Record relevant data and prepare reports of findings and actions taken.
Communicate with workers by mobile radio and confer with the supervisor about sewer-line conditions.
Direct workers in the safe and efficient use of equipment.
Answer residents’ questions and explain inspection proceedings.
Inspect equipment for malfunctions and perform routine maintenance.
Drive vehicles, including a TV van, wash truck, or pickup truck, to work sites.
Keep abreast of trends and changes in federal, state, and local sewer-ordinance enforcement.
Attend court to provide technical data regarding sewer-line conditions as needed.
Perform additional assigned functions.