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 throughout the City and County to identify repair needs. Inspections take place in alleys, woods, and flood areas and may occasionally require travel by small boat or helicopter. The position involves operating inspection equipment and vehicles, recording and reporting findings, communicating with workers, residents, and the supervisor, and keeping abreast of changes in sewer-related regulations.

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 (DOT) alcohol and drug testing rules as a condition of continued employment.

Responsibilities

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