Water Use Inspector - 1

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Water Use Inspector - Assignment Level I to inspect, read and manage water meters and AMR equipment across the city’s water network.

Under supervision, you will ensure compliance with water supply regulations, serve violations notices, and document readings for billing. A high school diploma and related experience are required, with a probationary period of 24 months.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a four-year high school diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience.
• Experience with water meters, meter reading or inspection of related equipment is preferred.
• Probationary period of at least 24 months applies for Assignment Level I.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, repair, replace and install water meters and AMR equipment.
• Enter readings and condition codes into portable devices and forms.
• Inspect plumbing for cross-connections and hazards to the water supply.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with rules and regulations.

Skills

Reading water meters

Inspection & testing

AMR equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical high school specialty

Meter reading/data recording

Tools

Water-use meters

AMR equipment

Remote reading devices

Job description

• Job Category: Public Safety, Inspections, & Enforcement
• Salary Band: $40,000 to $50,000
• Compensation: USD 48,674 - USD 48,674

Job Description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Customer Services (BCS) oversees the production and collection of water and wastewater bills along with all the work required to maintain our citywide network of meters and meter reading devices. BCS serves approximately 836,000 customers and generates $4 billion of revenue annual

The Bureau of Customer Services seeks qualified candidates for the position of Water Use Inspector Level -1 work relating to the repair, replacement and installation of water meters and AMR related equipment.

Under supervision and direction from a Chief Inspector or managerial supervision, the selected candidate will perform work in the field and/or office; read, inspect, test, make repair and replace water meters and Automated Meter Reading (AMR) equipment; Installs, repairs and replaces meter reading MTU equipment and/or remote wire. Will serve notices to repair recently installed and unapproved defective water meters. Conduct inspections to ensure conformance to codes, standards, plans or specifications relating to the metering, sale and use of City water, reports leaks and waste of water and inspects water use within a building. Inspects and approves or denies work completed by licensed plumbers to ensure conformance with water supply regulations in the execution of permits granted by the Department.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Inspects, test, repairs, replaces and installs water meters and associated conditions. Reads water meters and remote reading devices.
• Enters reading and appropriate condition codes into a portable computer and/or appropriate forms. Tests meter read indoors to ensure that water consumption is registered on the meters.
• Inspects plumbing to detect cross-connections and possible hazards and sources of contamination to the water supply system.
• Inspects and reports on work done by license plumbers and/or contractors to ensure conformance with departmental rules and regulations. Serves Inspectors Warning Notices of Violations related to detected violations of the rules, regulations and policies of the City.
• Testifies at the Environmental Control Board. Computes the water consumed since the last reading and compares it with similar period to detect possible waste. Gathers and reports information related to water and sewer use including plumbing and water meter configurations, descriptions of property and property use, and assessments of leaks and water waste.
• Maintain a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce.

Physical/Environmental Factors

Climbing ladders, pits confined spaces, lift heavy items, standing for prolonged times, all weather conditions, kneeling, mandatory overtime, nights and weekends and may work Tuesday through Saturday schedules

Work Location: All boroughs

Hours/Shifts 35 hours per week

Appointments are subject to OMB approval.

For more information go to www.nyc.gov/DEP

WATER USE INSPECTOR - 34615

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements: Assignment Level I

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in one of the following:

a) Helper or apprentice experience in any of the following: plumbing; electrical or solar installation; construction; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; building maintenance; or as a pipe fitter or steam fitter; or

b) Installation, assembly, or repair of water-use meters; or

c) The inspection, reading and recording of data from electronic/analogue meters and/or measuring devices in a field application to track consumption, mileage, time, distance, water, gas, or electrical data. Special Note: Employees hired as Water Use Inspector - Assignment Level I must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of at least 24 months. This probationary period may be extended in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II.

2. One year of full-time satisfactory experience as a helper or apprentice in the fields described in 1(a), 1(b), or 1(c) above Special Note: Employees hired as Water Use Inspector - Assignment Level I must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of at least 24 months. This probationary period may be extended in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II.

3. Graduation from an approved trade, vocational, or technical high school with a specialty in a trade listed in 1(a), 1(b), or 1(c) above. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II. Special Note: Employees hired as Water Use Inspector - Assignment Level I must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of at least 24 months. This probationary period may be extended in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II.

Qualification Requirements: Assignment Level II

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in one of the following:

a) Helper or apprentice experience in any of the following: plumbing; electrical or solar installation; construction; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; building maintenance; or as a pipe fitter or steam fitter; or

b) Installation, assembly, or repair of water-use meters; or

c) The inspection, reading and recording of data from electronic/analogue meters and/or measuring devices in a field application to track consumption, mileage, time, distance, water, gas, or electrical data.

3. Graduation from an approved trade, vocational, or technical high school with a specialty in a trade listed in 1(a), 1(b), or 1(c) above. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II. Special Note: Employees hired as Water Use Inspector - Assignment Level I must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of at least 24 months. This probationary period may be extended in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period. Upon completion of two years of satisfactory service, permanent employees in Assignment Level I will advance, without further examination, to Assignment Level II.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.