Sewer Inspector

Job Opening:     Inspector

Department:      Sewer

Pay Grade:         13

Hours:                  Day Hours, occasional overtime will be required

Summary:

Employee is responsible for the inspection of the City’s sanitary sewer system to determine compliance with established standards, regulations and laws. This includes the inspection of all contract work (construction & maintenance) and food service facilities. Employee also manages the City’s FOG Program. Works under supervision of the Sewer Director.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serves as “FOG Educator” (Fats, Oil & Grease) on behalf of the City, to include conducting public education seminars, visiting local schools, attending local events, etc.
• Performs inspection for compliance in grease removal devices (GRDs) to ensure the compliance with City Codes
• Inspects permit holder documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Meets with new grease permit applicants to verify registration information
• Provides education and training on the proper maintenance of GRD’s to food service facility owners
• Determines the general level of GRD needed
• Initiates fines and penalties as necessary to achieve compliance
• Investigates and responds to reports of illegal discharges of toxic substances into sewers
• Monitoring of remedial action when violations are found
• Enters data, prepares reports, correspondence, and field maps relating to inspection activity; maintains records of inspections, test results, and action taken against dischargers
• Daily inspection of contract work for compliance with contract drawings and/or documents.
• Conducts final inspection of finished products to confirm all operations have been completed to job and customer specification
• Coordinates first responder activities to sewer call; coordinates removal of small blockages
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited high school or GED. 
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record suitable for insurability.
• Must work non-standard hours and overtime as required.
• Two years’ experience in public utility or environmental field, compliance management preferred. 
• Requires excellent communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with contractors, business owners, general public, and other employees in a professional and courteous manner.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Basic computer skills required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
• Must be able to work independently, and capable of making field decisions on behalf of the city.
• Must be willing to learn and effectively utilize job-related technology & software as required.
• Must be willing to attend trainings/conferences and obtain certifications as required.
• Knowledge of sewer-related laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Physical demands include but not limited to standing, walking, bending pushing and sitting. 
• Working conditions include exposure to inclement weather conditions and malodourous environments.

Posting Dates:  2/10/2020 – 2/19/2020

City employees interested in this position should contact Kathy Railey at (256) 329-6782.  Seniority alone will not be the determining factor. 

External applicants must meet all requirements.  Applications may be obtained at City Hall, or from our website at alexandercityal.gov.

City of Alexander City is an Equal Opportunity Employer