Senior Utility Inspector

Chesterfield County; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County seeks an Inspector to perform field inspections of water and sewer line installations for Capital Improvement Projects, ensuring compliance with approved plans and specifications. You will prepare daily written reports and coordinate tests, disinfections, and shutdowns.

The role requires interpreting engineering plans, performing surveying tasks, and maintaining records. Strong customer service skills are essential as the county represents the public on construction matters.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three years of utility inspection or related experience.
• Familiarity with erosion and sedimentation control procedures per Virginia guidelines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specs; use surveying methods and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect field installations of water and sewer lines for Capital Improvement Projects to ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Provide written daily status reports of work inspected.
• Coordinate disinfection, testing and utility shutdowns; document materials and quantities; prepare as-built drawings.

Skills

Roads construction

Utility piping

Surveying basics

Reading plans

GPS knowledge

Soil testing

Record keeping

Customer service

ArcView GIS

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ArcView GIS

Windows OS

Surveying tools

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in utility inspections, experience in construction of roads and/or utility projects or equivalent combination of training and experience. Good knowledge of methods and materials used in the construction of utility piping systems and infrastructure. The preferred candidate should be familiar with erosion and sedimentation control procedures as part of the Virginia Erosion Control Handbook; possess working skills in reading and interpreting engineering plans and specifications; be able to apply the principles and methods of surveying and have working skills using surveying equipment, including leveling devices; knowledge of GPS (Global Position System) and have fundamental knowledge of soil testing and compaction; have experience in record keeping and good communication skills for reporting to the Inspector Supervisor and others within the department. Experience with Windows operating environment on portable computers and ArcView GIS software preferred. This position requires the ability to resolve disputes and provide exceptional customer service.

Pre-employment Requirements

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Driver’s License

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.

Please Note

Must maintain personal mobile technology as a condition of employment.

Duties

Functions include inspection of the field installation of water and sewer lines associated with Capital Improvement Projects to insure compliance with approved plans and specifications; provide written daily status reports of work inspected; provide inspection of waterline pressure tests, chlorine residual checks, sewer line air pressure tests, and sewer manhole vacuum testing; coordinate disinfection, testing and utility shutdowns; provide written documentation of materials and quantities and complete necessary \"as-built\" drawings and forms using software applications; serve as a county representative to citizens concerning all aspects of construction; perform other work as required. This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Shift

Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Work Location

Utilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Summary

For information on county benefits, view Employee Benefits Summary.

Position is open until filled (first review of applications to begin June 8, 2026).