Associate Water Use Inspector I

About the role

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) provides 1.1 billion gallons of high‑quality drinking water, manages wastewater and stormwater, and reduces air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. The Bureau of Customer Services (BCS) oversees water and wastewater billing, maintains the citywide network of meters and meter‑reading devices, serves approximately 836,000 customers, and generates over $4 billion in annual revenue. BCS is seeking to hire an Associate Water Use Inspector Level I in the Meter Test Facility.

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 issue appropriate violations.
• Perform 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.
• Direct moderate‑sized Borough‑wide Water Use Inspection Programs.
• Be in responsible charge of all inspectorial aspects of a Borough office and field force.
• Check in and review work performed by inspectorial field staff.
• Drive a motor vehicle.
• May temporarily perform the duties of a Level II Associate Water Use Inspector.

Requirements

• Physical/Environmental Factors: climbing ladders, working in pits and confined spaces, lifting heavy items, standing for prolonged periods, working in all weather conditions, kneeling.
• Residency requirement: New York City residency generally required within 90 days of appointment; after two continuous years of City service, eligibility to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.
• Eligibility for the 55‑a Program for qualified persons with a disability.

Qualifications

Three years of satisfactory full‑time mechanical experience in plumbing or water use inspection, with at least one year in a supervisory capacity; or education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Benefits

• Eligibility for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness and state repayment assistance programs.
• Participation in the City’s 55‑a Program for qualified persons with a disability.

Pay

$61,992.00 – $87,652.00 per year.

Schedule

35 hours per week; work location: 58‑58 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378.