Water Use Inspector I – Field Oversight & Compliance

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) invites applications for an Associate Water Use Inspector in the Meter Test Facility. Under the Chief Inspector, you will plan, supervise and direct a team, coordinate AMI and meter replacement projects, and conduct field inspections for meter issues.

You will prepare violation reports, review readings for accuracy, and may testify before the Environmental Control Board.

Qualifications

• Three years of satisfactory full-time mechanical experience in plumbing or in water use inspection, one year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to "Three years of satisfactory full-time mechanical experience...".

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and direct work of a group of assigned employees. Train subordinates as required and provide supervision.
• Coordinate and oversee special AMI and meter replacement projects.
• Conduct field inspections for evidence of meter defects and tampering and issues appropriate violations. Performs minor meter repairs.
• Assist in the preparation of reports of violations and summons activity and prepare violation reports.
• Review meter reading records and reports for possible inaccuracies and high or low water consumption. Provide testimony for the Department before the Environmental Control Board.

Job description

The City of New York Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) invites applications for an Associate Water Use Inspector in the Meter Test Facility. Under the Chief Inspector, you will plan, supervise and direct a team, coordinate AMI and meter replacement projects, and conduct field inspections for meter issues.

You will prepare violation reports, review readings for accuracy, and may testify before the Environmental Control Board.