Sewer Service Inspector - Jefferson County (Environmental Services)
About The Position
Jefferson County is seeking well-qualified, motivated Sewer Line Service Inspectors to conduct sewer service inspections of sanitary sewer lines and equipment to identify necessary maintenance/repairs and to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Employees in this job class interact with a variety of audiences to answer questions, provide information regarding regulations and to document compliance with regulations. They are responsible for producing detailed written reports and documentation of all inspection activities and results. Work is performed under general supervision from a Sewer Service Supervisor in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, codes and ordinances.
Requirements
- Driver's license.
- Experience providing customer service (e.g., enforcing/explaining policies and procedures, responding to complaints).
- Sewer-related work experience (e.g., plumbing installation, sewer line installation, sewer line maintenance, sewer line cleaning, sewer line video).
Nice To Haves
- Coursework or a certification in safety and/or construction management.
- Possession of a Journeyman Plumber’s license or higher.
- Experience as a team lead in a construction environment (e.g., infrastructure, utilities, buildings).
Responsibilities
- Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
- Documents various inspection activities by filing paperwork, completing forms/checklists, and entering information into computer database for record-keeping purposes.
- Prepares for inspections by scheduling visits, reviewing existing documentation, mapping locations, planning routes, researching codes, and reviewing ordinances in order to maintain efficient operations.
- Conducts sewer line impact inspections by taking measurements, investigating obstructions, examining materials, and performing tests in order to verify connections and ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Conducts various tests (e.g., dye test, water level observation, leak test, wooden ball test) in order to check for the presence of leaks/obstructions and determine if buildings/residences are appropriately connected to sewer systems.
- Determines total number of plumbing fixtures in residential/commercial properties in order to make calculations regarding sewer line impact.
- Examines private wastewater flow meters after installation to ensure compliance with sewer code regulations.
- Inspects plumbing materials used (e.g., pipes, valves, tubing, pumps) to ensure that they are compliant with sewer code regulations (and sufficient to withstand loading/flow conditions).
- Conducts sewer main line maintenance inspections by inspecting manholes, reviewing photographic/video evidence, and examining water levels in order to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
Benefits
- Jefferson County provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
