FOG Inspector - Engineering Specialist 1 - 3

City of Renton; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred compensation

VEBA plans

Health insurance

Paid vacation

PERS retirement

Hybrid telework

Job summary

The City of Renton is seeking an engineering professional to serve as a FOG Inspector within the Wastewater Utility Engineering Division. This role supports the FOG Source Control Program through field inspections of commercial facilities, grease interceptor review, and education on proper grease handling.

Ideal candidates bring technical knowledge, sound judgment, and strong communication to collaborate with businesses, contractors, City staff, and the community while safeguarding Renton’s

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting.
• Valid driver's license.
• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting and two years of civil engineering experience, or four years of relevant education and experience.
• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting and four years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, or six years of relevant education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and evaluate sites for compliance with City codes and requirements.
• Review engineering plans, permits, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical guidance to the public, contractors, developers, and City staff.
• Manage engineering projects and coordinate with contractors, consultants, and outside agencies.
• Prepare and maintain engineering records, reports, maps, and project documentation.
• Research issues and recommend solutions to engineering and compliance concerns.
• Support utility, transportation, surface water, and capital improvement projects as assigned.
• Participate in meetings, project coordination, and community communication.

Skills

Communication

Education

Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting

Two years of civil engineering experience or four years of education

Four years of education and experience in civil engineering

Job description

The City of Renton is seeking a skilled engineering professional to serve as a FOG Inspector within the Wastewater Utility Engineering Division. This position supports the City’s Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Source Control Program through field inspections of commercial food facilities, technical review of grease interceptors, education on proper grease handling and pretreatment, and maintaining compliance information in GIS and tracking systems.

The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge, sound judgment, and strong communication skills to work effectively with businesses, contractors, City staff, and the community while helping protect Renton’s wastewater infrastructure.

• Engineering Specialist 1: $76,092–$92,724 annually
• Engineering Specialist 2: $88,188–$107,448 annually
• Engineering Specialist 3: $97,368–$118,692 annually

Salary placement is based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on classification, responsibilities may include:

• Conducting field inspections and evaluating sites for compliance with City codes and requirements.
• Reviewing engineering plans, permits, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Providing technical guidance to the public, contractors, developers, and City staff.
• Managing engineering projects and coordinating with contractors, consultants, and outside agencies.
• Preparing and maintaining engineering records, reports, maps, and project documentation.
• Researching issues and recommending solutions to engineering and compliance concerns.
• Supporting utility, transportation, surface water, and capital improvement projects as assigned.
• Participating in meetings, project coordination, and community communication.
• Maintaining a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting, or two years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting and two years of civil engineering experience, or four years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Two years of college-level coursework in civil engineering and/or drafting and four years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, or six years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.

All levels require successful completion of applicable driving record and background checks.

The City of Renton offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• City contributions to deferred compensation and VEBA plans
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Washington State PERS retirement plan
• Potential hybrid telework arrangement of up to two days per week, based on operational needs

Work is performed in both office and field settings and may involve driving to off-site locations and working outdoors in various weather conditions. Evening or weekend work and occasional night meetings may be required.

The City of Renton is committed to a diverse, inclusive, collaborative, and respectful workplace. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of their worksite to meet reporting requirements.

For complete job descriptions and information about the City's hiring process, please visit the City of Renton Career Center.