Sewer Inspection Technician – Chicago, IL

Pipe View, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Pipe View, LLC is seeking a Tech Recruit position with a training period of at least 60 days, leading to advancement to a skilled Crew Tech 1 role upon successful completion. The role involves working closely with operations and administration teammates in the sewer inspection/location industry.

The company emphasizes treating teammates as part of a team, with a focus on work-life balance, client-driven solutions, and a safety-first core value.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in construction or sewer maintenance is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Lead in all duties.
• Deploy and retrieve safety equipment for each setup.
• Deploy and retrieve equipment and secure cables for inspection.
• Utilize a signal locator or Sonde to determine camera location and depth.
• Communicate field notes with Crew Lead.
• Access and edit electronic forms.
• Maintain televising equipment by cleaning, lubricating, and performing minor repairs.
• Ensure all tools and safety equipment are retrieved and stored at day’s end.
• Ensure tools are recharged as needed and at day’s end.
• Ensure generators have sufficient fuel and oil for the day.
• Ensure adequate supply of replacement parts and supplies required for inspections.
• Report all equipment repairs to Crew Lead.
• Call in and accurately complete clock in/out entries (Cloud based time clock).
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment for teammates and clients.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Team building

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

DOT medical card

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Description

Summary/Objective

The Tech Recruit position includes a training period of no less than 60 days, leading to advancement to a skilled Crew Tech 1 role upon successful completion.

What you can expect from Pipe View America

• The opportunity to work closely with and be supported by the best operations and administrations teammates in the sewer inspection / location industry.


• A company that calls you a teammate, not an employee


• A workplace that “Respects Everyone” and recognizes hard work.


• A workplace that understands the life balance and puts family first.


• A company with a reputation of listening to clients and creating solutions for them.


• A company that measures customer deliverables and experiences every week to “Drive Accountability” and “Ensure Exceptional Experiences”.


• “Promote Safety” is our number one Core Value

Essential Functions

• Complete understanding of and support for Company Core Values.


• Assist Crew Lead in all their duties.


• Deploy AND retrieve all safety equipment for each setup.


• Deploy AND retrieve equipment and secure cables for inspection.


• Utilize a signal locator or Sonde to determine camera location and depth.


• Communicate all requested field notes with Crew Lead.


• Access and edit electronic forms.


• Maintain televising equipment in good operating condition by adjusting, cleaning, lubricating, and performing minor repairs.


• Ensure all tools and safety equipment are retrieved at the end of each inspection or day and stored in a safe and proper manner.


• Ensure all tools are being recharged as needed and at the end of the day.


• Ensure all generators have sufficient fuel and oil for the day’s inspections.


• Ensure adequate supply of replacement parts and supplies required to conduct inspections.


• Report all equipment repairs to Crew Lead.


• Call in and accurately Complete clock in/out entries (Cloud based time clock program)


• Maintain a clean and professional work environment for teammates and clients.


• Performs related duties as required.

Competencies

1. Technology Skills — Data entry into applications, Microsoft, and apple operating systems, etc.


2. Communication Skills — calls, field meetings, etc.


3. Organizational Skills — Execute assigned schedule of tasks and take notes of daily tasks. Tech Recruit

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.


• 1-2 years’ experience performing construction, service maintenance, or sewer maintenance work


• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.


• Demonstrated team building skills required.


• Must be able to read, write and speak English.


• Must be able to obtain a medical card for DOT operations.


• Ability to function effectively outside under a variety of weather conditions.


• Commitment to Pipe View’s core values, mission, and programs is required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that requires a range of safety and other precautions. This work involves physical exertion such as lifting, carrying, or pushing heavy objects over 50 pounds with teammate and/or mechanical assistance. Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, safety vest and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, electrical hazards, confined spaces, heights, noise, dust, irritants, and moving mechanical parts.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work fall Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. workdays and hours are dependent on weather conditions. Extended hours may be required based on the business need

Travel

Travel is required based on contracts obtained.

EEO Statement

Pipe View, LLC is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in its employment practices.