Associate Water Use Inspector I

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks an Associate Water Use Inspector for the Meter Test Facility in Maspeth, NY. Under the Chief Inspector, you will supervise a team, coordinate AMI and meter replacement projects, and conduct field inspections for meter defects and tampering.

You will prepare violation reports, review readings for anomalies, testify before the Environmental Control Board, and oversee borough-wide inspection programs.

Qualifications

• Three years of satisfactory full-time mechanical experience in plumbing or water use inspection, with one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and direct work of a group of assigned employees and supervise.
• Coordinate and oversee AMI and meter replacement projects.
• Conduct field inspections for meter defects and tampering and issue violations; perform minor meter repairs.
• Assist in the preparation of violation reports and summons activity; review meter reading records for accuracy and high/low consumption; provide testimony before the Environmental Control Board.
• Direct Borough-wide Water Use Inspection Programs and supervise inspectorial staff.
• Drives a motor vehicle; may temporarily perform Level II duties.
• Open to qualified disability candidates through the 55-a Program.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Field inspections

Meter/test facility knowledge

Education

Education/experience equivalent

Job description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Customer Services (BCS) oversees the production and collection of water and wastewater bills along with all the work required to maintain our citywide network of meters and meter reading devices. BCS serves approximately 836,000 customers and generates more than $4 billion of revenue annually.

BCS is seeking to hire an Associate Water Use Inspector Level in the Meter Test Facility. Under direction of the Chief Inspector, the Associate Water Use Inspector 1 will:

• Plan, schedule and direct work of a group of assigned employees. Train subordinates as required and provide supervision.
• Coordinate and oversee special AMI and meter replacement projects.
• Conduct field inspections for evidence of meter defects and tampering and issues appropriate violations. Performs minor meter repairs.
• Assist in the preparation of reports of violations and summons activity and prepare violation reports. Review meter reading records and reports for possible inaccuracies and high or low water consumption. Provide testimony for the Department before the Environmental Control Board.
• Direct moderate sized Borough-wide Water Use Inspection Programs. Is in responsible charge of all inspectorial aspects of a Borough office and field force. Check in and review work performed by inspectorial field staff.
• Drives a motor vehicle.
• May temporarily perform the duties of a Level II Associate Water Use Inspector.

ASSOCIATE WATER USE INSPECTOR - 34620

Physical/Environmental Factors

Climbing ladders, pits confined spaces, lift heavy items, standing for prolonged times, all weather conditions, kneeling.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Three years of satisfactory full-time mechanical experience in plumbing or in water use inspection, one year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity; or
• 2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Hours/Shift

35 hours per week

Work Location

58-58 Grand Avenue. Maspeth NY 11378

Appointments are subject to OMB approval

For additional information about DEP visit us at www.dep.nyc.gov