DWM Watershed Inspector

Posting expires: October 25, 2025

Salary range: $42,582 - $53,228

General Description and Classification Standards:

Oversees the delivery of, and performs skilled inspections of, city and contracted construction projects. Performs inspections of linear water and wastewater-related infrastructure construction projects and operations and maintenance work. Contributes as part of a team to inspect, maintain, and operate water mains and associated appurtenances and/or sewer conveyance systems and appurtenances; assists with traffic control in public rights-of-way in certain instances. Performs work in coordination with skilled and unskilled trade employees, construction contractors, technicians, and/or field engineers.

Supervision Received:

Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written/verbal instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Oversees, inspects, and assesses construction projects on buried water and wastewater

infrastructure.

• Performs inspections of construction sites of water distribution or wastewater collection

infrastructure to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and City codes, ordinances, and regulations.

• Maintains records and logs and updates field notes, drawings, and other documentation on a daily basis.

• Ensures that contractors are current with required permits.

• Maintains listing of projects and areas in need of repair; prepares reports and supporting documentation; drafts resolutions for repairs.

• Updates and approves utility permits.

• Reads, understands, and interprets construction plans, sketches, plat cards, GIS maps, engineering reports, and other records to investigate and resolve infrastructure issues, construct buried water and wastewater infrastructure, and resolve customer complaints.

• Approves plans for construction contractors.

• Responds to questions, complaints and requests for information by telephone, in person or by mail from customers, employees, and department heads.

• Uses specialized equipment to collect data and diagnose issues for water distribution systems and/or sewer collection and conveyance systems.

• Confers with property owners and utility companies regarding the effect of construction work on their property.

• Answers telephone utilizing accepted format; provides information, advice, and guidance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel.

• Greets visitors and directs to appropriate person or department.

• Reviews and verifies multiple reports and documents.

• Maintains logs and records.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of engineering and inspection necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.

• Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

• Has good human relations and technical skills.

• Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, operations, as they pertain to

departmental and construction inspection operations and activities.

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with contractors, management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City as they relate to the department.

• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information.

• Ability to read, understand and interpret construction and engineering reports, blue prints, plans, and specifications.

• Ability to make less difficult, field and office engineering computations.

• Ability to work above and make independent decisions concerning construction projects.

• Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.

• Knowledge of the methods, products, tools, and equipment used in water/wastewater maintenance and construction work

• Knowledgeable of construction and maintenance tools and equipment to inspect, investigate, and troubleshoot infrastructure issues

• Communicates diplomatically and effectively verbally and written

• Manages conflict and concerns of the public

• Ability to adapt to changes in work environment

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience –

1. High school diploma, or equivalent;

2. Two (2) years of experience in surveying, engineering, or construction management; or, any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licensures and Certifications – Valid Georgia driver's license

Preferred Requirements –

1. Associate's degree in Engineering or Building Construction, or related field.

2. Georgia Water Distribution Operator license. Water Distribution Operator License

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job

successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.