Manhole Inspector (Inlet Inspection Crew Member)

City of Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Charlotte as a Manhole Inspector, where you'll assist in the inspection and cleaning of storm inlets. This entry-level, full-time position requires physical strength and the ability to work in various conditions. You'll be part of a dedicated team ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while maintaining a safe work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Two years of underground utility construction experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean storm inlets to ensure compliance.
• Transport materials and operate small equipment.
• Maintain safety practices and equipment.

Skills

Safety Practices

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$23.00/hr - $23.44/hr

Date Opened: Monday, May 05, 2025 12:00 AM

Close Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 12:00 AM

Department: Storm Water Services Department

Salary: $23.00 - $23.44 Commensurate with Experience

Summary

This position is part of the Storm Water Services Strategic Planning and Operations Division and is primarily responsible for assisting with inspection and cleaning of inlets through the Storm Water Inlet Inspection Program to ensure compliance with the NPDES permit.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs manual and semi-skilled labor tasks related to the inspection, general assessment and cleaning of the storm inlet system within City maintained roadways.
• Performs simple measurements, and inspection of drainage structures to confirm GIS inventory data.
• Transports materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites.
• Operates small hand tools, power tools and cleaning equipment.
• Based on a checklist, maintains vehicles and equipment in clean, good operating condition.
• Maintains truck inventory; maintains clean and safe work area.
• Maintain hardware and field equipment.
• Provide support to internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working Knowledge

• Knowledge and use of proper safety practices and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge and proper use of hand signals for equipment operations, gas monitoring equipment, personnel computer, basic computer software, and communications equipment.
• Experience in determining pipe sizes and material, basic function of gravity storm drainage systems and training in confined space entry.
• A valid driver's license, a good driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.
  
  

Ability To

• Read and write, understand and follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret maps, drive and work safely.
• Perform work requiring physical strength, work in confined spaces, operate small equipment while in adherence to all City and departmental health and safety procedures.
• Work in a team atmosphere, be a self-starter, try new ideas, and maintain flexibility, communicate effectively, deal with and resolve conflict within a team, be courteous under pressure, establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
  
  

Skill in

• Use and care of basic hand/power tools, the use of brush removal equipment, and driving light trucks/small off-road equipment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of underground utility construction experience.
• Work order system experience.
• Storm water infrastructure maintenance and construction of roadways.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, such as a GED.
  
  

Other Requirements

This position requires that the selected candidate be able to walk at least 3 miles per day, stand for at least 8 hours per day, remove and replace manhole lids and inlet grates weighing up to 250 pounds, lift, push and pull up to 125 pounds multiple times a day, climb a ladder, bend, crawl and stoop, crawl through pipes and culverts as small as 48 inches, traverse and climb difficult Piedmont terrain and waterways in an urban environment, perform work under adverse weather and environmental conditions. Employee must be able to work occasional on-call emergency work, overtime or varying shift hours may be required. Employee must obtain and maintain trainings and certifications essential to the work assignment as directed.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email [e-mail].

The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email [e-mail], call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202.

BENEEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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