Utilities Code Compliance Inspector – Protect Infrastructure

Gulfshoresal; Sarasota (FL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota County Public Utilities is seeking a Code Compliance Inspector in Sarasota County to inspect private developments, public infrastructure projects, and treatment facilities for compliance with County standards and regulations.

The role involves reviewing plans, coordinating with engineers and contractors, conducting field inspections across water and wastewater infrastructure, and issuing detailed reports.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of utility construction work and/or inspection and testing.
• Two (2) years out of the four (4) years, must be in utility inspecting, design, or construction experience.
• A valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect utility and development projects to ensure compliance with approved plans, County standards, and applicable regulations.
• Review and interpret engineered utility construction plans, specifications, and permits for adherence to design requirements.
• Verify compliance with Utility Code, Land Development Regulations, State regulations, and contract specifications.
• Represent Public Utilities throughout construction by coordinating with engineers, contractors, developers, property owners, and County departments.
• Conduct field inspections of water, wastewater, reclaimed water, and utility infrastructure projects during all phases of construction.
• Investigate citizen concerns, document field changes and code violations, and prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Recommend and perform specialized field testing to evaluate non-standard construction conditions.
• Monitor utility testing activities and participate in final acceptance inspections for residential, commercial, and subdivision projects.
• Ensure construction is complete and meets all requirements prior to final certification and utility infrastructure turnover.
• Enforce utility codes, engineering standards, and permitting requirements while serving as the onsite representative for the Utilities Regulatory Manager and Supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accela

Job description

Sarasota County Public Utilities is seeking a Code Compliance Inspector in Sarasota County to inspect private developments, public infrastructure projects, and treatment facilities for compliance with County standards and regulations.

The role involves reviewing plans, coordinating with engineers and contractors, conducting field inspections across water and wastewater infrastructure, and issuing detailed reports.