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Water
Quality Inspector
GENERAL PURPOSE
Perform skilled tasks in the control of waste from
industrial users; sample water discharge from industrial
users: sample drinking water from City distribution system
and sample water from supply sources.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general supervision from the Environmental Quality
Assurance Officer, Wastewater Supervisor, or other
designated Supervisor. May receive technical and functional
supervision from the Senior Water Quality Inspector.
Exercise no supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as
illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties
does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Conduct inspections of the processing and content of
commercial and industrial wastes to prevent deleterious
discharges into sanitary sewers.
Operate water and waste water samplers and flow recorders
to collect water and waste water samples from industrial and
commercial discharges and compare laboratory analysis
results with the State, local and Federal standards.
Inspect waste processing equipment and procedures employed
by the industrial and commercial firms.
Review industrial waste discharge permits, including
interim permits, compliance schedules, and agreements for
non-compliance.
Perform field inspections of grease, lint, and sand and
oil interceptors for compliance to City Code and deliver
violation notices.
Collect drinking water samples at designated locations
throughout the City.
Explain and interpret City ordinances, guidelines, codes
Federal Laws and regulations, and other guidelines related
to water and wastewater quality.
Investigate wastewater odor or drinking water quality
complaints and recommend action.
Assist with issuing violations and waste permits.
Assist in conducting flow studies of City sewer mains as
needed and perform flow studies on the water system as
necessary.
Compile and prepare data for reports using statistical
analysis.
Prepare written reports of field inspections, flow
studies, sampling events, or other activities as assigned.
Submit wastewater and drinking water quality data to State
and Federal regulatory agencies as directed.
Review construction plans and drawings for compliance with
pretreatment requirements and water quality standards as
necessary.
Perform audit inspections of required Federal pretreatment
industrial and commercial users as needed.
Perform related duties, as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Two years
experience in the inspection of industrial or commercial
waste water and/or the collection of water quality samples.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely
provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Grade II Wastewater Collection is required minimum ADEQ
certification. Pre-Treatment academy training is required
within six months of appointment. Proficiency with personal
computers is required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of City ordinances, guidelines, Uniform Plumbing
Code, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to
industrial waste control and drinking water. Chemical
composition of waste and the effect of the chemicals on
waste water and treatment facilities. Hazards associated
with the work and the proper safety precautions. Maintain
compliance and routine laboratory data using a computer and
Microsoftฎ Access database, Excel spreadsheet, or other
software program the city may utilize. Conduct appropriate
testing of waste or water content; inspect waste processing
equipment and procedures. Operate a variety of vehicles and
equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Use and operate
hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment
required for the work in a safe and efficient manner. Read
and interpret basic maps and blueprints. Work safely and
adhere to principles of safety when working near traffic or
in other hazardous environments.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by employees to
perform the essential functions of this class successfully.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to
20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of
force constantly to move objects.
Work Environment:
Position is subject to outside environmental conditions: No
effective protection from weather. Position may be subject
to extreme heat or cold for periods of more than one hour.
Position is subject to hazards: Proximity to moving
mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals,
etc.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Employee Association Status: A.F.S.C.M.E.
Revised: 05/08
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
EOE M/F/D/V
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES
8401 West
Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100
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