Job Title

Job Family

Job Code

Job Exempt

Utility Construction Inspector I

Seiu_White_Collar

CCG19

Pay Grade

Pay Rate Type

Minimum

Midpoint

Maximum

S14

Hourly

$25.21

$32.15

$39.09

Job Description

RECLAIMED WATER: Performs technical field inspection and office work enforcing state and local laws, ordinances, and regulatory codes governing the design, construction, and renovation of public works utilities and Water Reclamation facilities. Work involves conducting inspections in support of the Cross-Connection Control Program; conducting field inspections and reviewing back-flow prevention device test reports as required to make recommendations; responding to emergencies (i.e., line breaks and leaks); and responding to customer complaints (i.e., no water or low pressure). Exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in the interpretation and application of codes when making technical decisions. Work is performed under general supervision according to established guidelines. Performance is reviewed through reports submitted, meetings, and results obtained for technical sufficiency and consistent application.

ENGINEERING: Performs technical field inspection and office work enforcing state and local laws, ordinances, and regulatory codes governing the design, construction, and renovation of public works utilities and Water Reclamation facilities. Work involves conducting final inspections and reviewing documentation, including as-built/record drawings, closed-circuit television (CCTV) recorded on DVD of private sewer mains, engineer's certification of force main pressure tests, lift station start-up reports, easement documentation, and other applicable documentation. Exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in the interpretation and application of codes when making technical decisions. Work is performed under general supervision according to established guidelines. Performance is reviewed through reports submitted, meetings, and results obtained for technical sufficiency and consistent application.

Minimum Qualifications:

RECLAIMED WATER: Associate's Degree with major coursework in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field and two (2) years of public utilities experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Reclaimed Water Site Inspector and Pretreatment Level C certifications required. Must pass background check which includes polygraph. GOAA Secure Area Access I.D. badge required within ninety (90) days of employment.

ENGINEERING: Associate's Degree with coursework in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Construction Management and two (2) years of experience in utility infrastructure inspection; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Must pass background check which includes polygraph.

Additional Qualifications for Promotion:

Promotions are not to be considered an automatic function of longevity and are subject to the review and authorization of the Supervisor. The employee’s last performance review must have resulted in an overall rating of Meets standards or better with no factor rating of less than meets.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Reclaimed Water:
Performs technical field inspections and office work enforcing national, state, and local codes governing the design, construction and retrofitting of reclaimed water utility and appurtenances.

Completes inspection reports and records inspection findings, approving or disapproving each phase of completed work; recommend "Doc holds" on permits through wastewater engineering group.

Inspects materials used to construct reclaimed water systems per AWWA and City ESM standards.

Consults with contractors and other interested parties regarding violations, plan deviations, and acceptable correction methods; interprets applicable codes and city procedures.

Reviews engineering plans and makes recommendations as it relates to the reclaimed water system and irrigation.

Attends pre-construction and various other project meetings as assigned.

Conducts pressure tests, calculates allowed pressure loss and determines pass/fail status.

Coordinate line flushing and acquire FDEP approval.

Gather GPS coordinates utilizing Trimble device on utility appurtenances.

Perform as-built inspection to verify as-built are correctly depicted and prepare deficiency letter notating discrepancies if needed or for approval.

Oversee environmental remediation projects and assist in treatment system operation and maintenance.

Performs other related duties as required.

Engineering:
Conducts inspections of residential and commercial sanitary sewer systems to ensure proper installation. Document inspection findings and maintains copies of written reports and summaries of communications.

Conducts field inspections and witnesses required field testing and lift station set-up and makes recommendations.

Interprets State and Local laws, ordinances, regulations, and gives technical advice and assistance to associates.

Attends various meetings as assigned.

Installs new infrastructure if needed.

Documents time and material for each job using work order system.

Performs preventive maintenance on various appurtenance. i.e. air release valves, valves, G.P.S. for mapping purposes.

Assists in engineering and mapping projects when called upon.

Performs irrigation maintenance and repair.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of techniques to repair and perform preventive maintenance on reuse distribution system.

Knowledge of techniques to repair and perform preventive maintenance on sanitary sewer systems.

Knowledge of the reclaimed water distribution system Knowledge of City of Orlando Ordinance.

Knowledge of City of Orlando Engineering Standards Manual.

Knowledge of FDEP reclaimed water state rules, water quality rules and regulations.

Knowledge of FDEP state rules, water quality rules and regulations related to sanitary sewer collection systems.

Knowledge of remediation techniques.

Knowledge of data management software.

Knowledge of Microsoft office suite.

Knowledge of Utility safety practices, trench safety and confined space entry.

Knowledge of Sunshine One Call procedures and safety regulations.

Knowledge of pretreatment inspections and general pretreatment operations.

Knowledge of lift station and generator operations.

Knowledge of general field sampling techniques.

Knowledge of cross control procedures, techniques and appurtenances needed.

Knowledge of various aquatic vegetation and wildlife.

Knowledge of Reclaimed water operations and its impact on the environment to ensure proper billing.

Knowledge of wastewater collection and conveyance operations and its impact on the environment to ensure proper billing.

Skilled in utility pipeline repair, installation and perform preventive maintenance on reuse distribution system,.

Skilled in performing cross connection inspection.

Skilled in plan review.

Skilled in Public Speaking.

Skilled in de-watering system design and installation.

Skilled in creating, editing and manipulating documents in Microsoft Office suite.

Skilled in Adobe Professional and associated office equipment.

Ability to maintain effective work relationship with contractors, City employees, representatives of regulatory agencies and the public.

Ability to prepare reports, inspections.

Ability to perform mechanical and plumbing techniques.

Ability to manage remediation projects, pumping and dewatering activities.

Ability to research products, techniques and regulations.

Ability to respond to emergencies such as sanitary reclaim overflows with efficiency and limit impacts to the environment and public health.

Ability to respond to emergencies such as sanitary sewer overflows with efficiency and limit impacts to the environment and public health.

Ability to make sound technical decisions and detect defects in materials and workmanship.

Ability to read and interpret technical plans and specifications.

Ability to operate various field equipment

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Ability to provide neat and legible documents.

Ability to physically perform inspections which involves extensive walking, kneeling  crawling, and operating an automobile under sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data.

Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to communicate, both in writing and orally, and explain codes to public (I.e. inspections and presentations).