Water Quality and Grease Interceptor Inspector

City of Rowlett•Rowlett, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of the Assistant Director of Engineering and the Neighborhood Services Manager, the Water Quality and Grease Interceptor Inspector will be responsible for conducting field inspections, responding to complaints, and performing other various tasks related to water quality programs including regulation of grease interceptors, liquid waste haulers, illicit discharges, stormwater detention ponds and channels, stormwater erosion, site inspections of residential and commercial construction sites, and public education. The Water Quality and Grease Interceptor Inspector is responsible for performing a variety of professional duties to support each department’s mission. Perform inspections, respond to complaints, and perform various tasks in environmental health and engineering programs, including fats, oil, and grease interceptor program compliance, illicit discharge detection, enforcement, and public education. Responds to and follows up on public inquiries and/or complaints. Must be able to work independently and ensure compliance of regulated facilities. Must be familiar with sanitary sewer systems, working knowledge of sampling, maintenance, cleaning, and/or repair. Proficiency of sampling and inspection of grease removal devices such as grease interceptors and grit traps preferred. Conduct inspections of liquid waste hauler trucks for compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Conduct inspections of construction sites for compliance with SWP3 and MS4 requirements. Conduct and report inspections of existing public and private stormwater detention ponds for compliance with MS4 requirements. Assist engineers with MS4 record keeping duties. Maintain knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to environmental health and storm water quality programs. Proficient in proper handling of various chemicals, proper safety precautions, and PPE. Assist City staff with illicit discharge investigations, cleanup, and reporting requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others. Inspects properties to enforce ordinances concerning high grass and weeds, unsightly conditions, junk and abandoned vehicles, fences, trees and shrubs and other property maintenance issues. Responds to complaints of potential code violations relating to temporary signs, nuisances, illegal dumping, or other code-related matters. Conducts field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; takes photographs; interviews complainants and witnesses; compares findings code requirement, and issues warnings, notices of violation, correction notices or citations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in water quality or health related activities
Texas Department of State Health Services Registered Code Enforcement Officer certification, or the ability to obtain it within six (6) months of hire
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Knowledge of basic computer software and applications
Ability to accept, learn and adapt quickly to changing technology
Ability to maintain confidential and private information
Ability to communicate clearly and precisely, written and orally
Ability to provide great attention to detail on assigned functions
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines for multiple projects
Ability to work as a team with other departments in the accomplishment of work tasks
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and use rational judgment in making work-related decisions
Ability to interpret, explain, and enforce City ordinances, policies, and procedures
Ability to mediate and diffuse hostile situations, including negotiating disputes with clients/citizens
Ability to establish and maintain effective and working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Valid Class "C" driver's license
Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett
Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt
Subject to be on-call during non-working hours
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs.
Able to handle physical demands such as sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, walking, twisting, and kneeling for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Proficiency of sampling and inspection of grease removal devices such as grease interceptors and grit traps

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections
Respond to complaints
Regulate grease interceptors
Regulate liquid waste haulers
Regulate illicit discharges
Regulate stormwater detention ponds and channels
Regulate stormwater erosion
Conduct site inspections of residential and commercial construction sites
Conduct public education
Perform inspections, respond to complaints, and perform various tasks in environmental health and engineering programs
Ensure compliance of regulated facilities
Conduct inspections of liquid waste hauler trucks for compliance with applicable rules and regulations
Conduct inspections of construction sites for compliance with SWP3 and MS4 requirements
Conduct and report inspections of existing public and private stormwater detention ponds for compliance with MS4 requirements
Assist engineers with MS4 record keeping duties
Maintain knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to environmental health and storm water quality programs
Assist City staff with illicit discharge investigations, cleanup, and reporting requirements
Inspect properties to enforce ordinances concerning high grass and weeds, unsightly conditions, junk and abandoned vehicles, fences, trees and shrubs and other property maintenance issues
Respond to complaints of potential code violations relating to temporary signs, nuisances, illegal dumping, or other code-related matters
Conduct field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; takes photographs; interviews complainants and witnesses; compares findings code requirement, and issues warnings, notices of violation, correction notices or citations