Mark Thomas is hiring a Sewer Inspector for our District Management team in the Bay Area! The role of the Inspector I is to perform inspections, evaluations, and maintenance on the main sewer system for the sanitary sewer districts contracted to Mark Thomas and Company. Mark Thomas is a great place to start and grow your career - join us!
Responsibilities
Performs assigned duties and tasks within the sanitary sewer system at a highly efficient level to minimize disruption to the users
Ensures that contractors servicing the sanitary sewer system comply with District ordinances, resolutions, and requirements
Ensures contractors’ construction methods, equipment, standards, workmanship and quantity and quality of materials meets District plans and specifications
Ensures the District is compliant to all applicable laws and regulations as established by relevant Government Agencies
Documents all deviations from established standards and filed appropriately and in a timely manner
Maintains a customer service attitude & outlook, creating a positive opinion to residents, local business of district services
Monitors and services pump and lift stations on a regular schedule
Inspects district pipelines and follow up on maintenance recommendations
Verifies that construction methods, equipment, standards, workmanship and quantity and quality of materials meet district plans and specifications
Coordinates work with contractors to facilitate the installation of stubs, CCTV inspections, channeling manholes and cleaning lines
Ensures that the work is compliant with the district’s policy
Resolves any problems that surface with contractors
Prepares daily reports for the work performed as per the construction plans and drawings
Operates necessary and applicable computer programs, including Underground Service Alert (USA) , and responds accordingly
Responds to sewer system overflows (SSO’s) in the timeframe established by the supervisor
Adhere to work schedules, including defined availability for call back assignments
Communicates with the public in a clear, concise, courteous and professional manner
Observes all appropriate safety precautions as required by the district including, but not limited to, Cal/OSHA General Industry Safety Orders, the District’s Respiratory Protection Program, and District Safety Directives
Qualifications
A high school diploma is preferred. Additional education is a plus
2-5+ years of relevant work experience
Achieves the Grade 1 CWEA Collection System Certification within 6 months of hire date
Basic knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance
Experienced in the use of hand and power tools, including air compressors, jack hammers, and cement mixers
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly
Demonstrates effective written and verbal skills
Ability to read various engineering drawings and specifications
Proficient making the basic mathematical calculation in the work area.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to observe and monitor work to determine compliance with prescribed specifications & standards
Understands and complies with safety procedures
Ability to work & collaborate in a team environment
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
Ability to travel
Holds a valid driver’s license in the State of California
Benefits And Compensation
Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
Budgeted time for training and career development
Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.
Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.