Utility Inspector -Commercial Development- Utility ...

Salary : $56,347.20 AnnuallyLocation : Port St Lucie Florida 34983, FLJob Type: FULL-TIMEJob Number: 202402635Department: UTILITY SYSTEMS DEPARTMENTOpening Date: 12/03/2025Closing Date: Continuous POSITION SUMMARYThe City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening. Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting by clicking HEREResponsible technical work inspecting water, sewer, fiber, and re-use infrastructure, pump station installations, and pretreatment facilities; noting and reporting deficiencies and improper or unorthodox construction; preparing red line drawings and as-builts, making field checks and quantity take-offs for line construction. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Utility.This position is an Essential classification and will be required to report to duty before, during and immediately after a civil emergency. ESSENTIAL DUTIES The following duties are illustrative for this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Keeps the mission, vision and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintaining high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.Inspects water and sewer facilities to assure that new construction is performed according to specifications. Notes, and reports deficiencies and improper or unorthodox construction methods. Advises engineer/contractor of deficiencies.Observes pressure tests, infiltration and ex-filtration tests, TV Inspections, pump station start-ups, etc. Checks elevations and slopes of gravity sewer. Prepares red line drawings and checks as-built drawings for accuracy.Physically locates existing potable water distribution, reclaimed water and wastewater collection systems, and appurtenances, including power and/or communication lines owned and maintained by the City, by use of electronic data and equipment, hard copy records, and/or physically digging up and accurately marking the location of said facilities. Locates shall be completed adhering to Chapter 556 of the Florida Statues.Monitors job progress and prepares written reports as required.Regular and punctual attendance.Follows and enforces good safety practices/procedures.Other duties as may be assigned.THIS POSITION REQUIRES SCHEDULED/UNSCHEDULED OVERTIME, INCLUDING EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS AND/OR IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO EMERGENCY CONDITIONS. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Knowledge, Skill and/or Ability Required:Knowledge of safe work techniques and practices, while working in Public Rights-of-Way.Ability to work independently and in a group effort to perform assigned duties.Basic knowledge and/or computer skills, including a base map viewer program.Ability to read and use electronic and/or hard copy as-built drawings to perform assigned duties.Ability to read and use charts, blueprints, and civil drawings.Knowledge of materials used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater facilities, water distribution and wastewater collection systems.Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees and the public.Ability to focus on the positive in every situation. Ability to stay centered when challenged.Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.Education and/or Experience:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required. Courses in engineering, drafting and inspection techniques required. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in inspections of the construction of water, sewer, and reuse systems required. A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Possession of valid Florida Driver's License and maintenance of clean driving record required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and to reach above shoulders. WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to work outdoors in weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, and airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.Documentation RequirementsPlease Read Carefully Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must upload and submit attached copies of their education credentials with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile, but they will not attach automatically, and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation. ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT. THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF:Proof of education in the form of a diploma, degree, or transcripts. Foreign diplomas/degrees must be submitted with a credential evaluation report from an approved credential evaluation agency*.Translations of diplomas/degrees are not accepted. Audit/Academic reports are not accepted as substitutions for college transcripts.Driver's License: A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application; however, within thirty (30) days from the date of hire, a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented.*Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies: Credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries may be provided by:An accredited four-year college or university in the United States, ORA current member of theORA current member of theORA recognized Professional OrganizationFor an additional list of approved credential evaluation agencies, visit the It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified. Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes will not be reviewed in place of the employment application. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications when submitting application(s); failure to do so may result in disqualification.12 paid holidays per year Vacation Leave:1-3 years- 10 days4-9 years- 15 days10-19 years- 20 days20+ years- 25 daysPT employees accrue depending on hours workedPersonal Days:2 days for non-exempt employees per year3 days for exempt employees per year Sick Time:FT employees accrue 8 hours per monthPT employees accrue 4 hours per month Retirement Plan:The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employee contributes 1%.457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityHealth, Vision and Dental Insurance Optional Benefits:Tuition ReimbursementFlexible Spending AccountWellness ProgramHealth Reimbursement AccountEmployee Assistance PlanSupplemental LifeLegal insuranceThe of City Port St. Lucie provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. For additional details on benefits offer by the City of Port St. Lucie, see the link below.01 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent GED? A high school diploma or GED must be presented at time of employment. Yes No 02 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 03 Do you have a clean driving history? Yes No 04 Do you have 4 years previous experience in the inspections of the construction of water, sewer and reusesystems? Yes No 05 Have you ever taken courses in Engineering, Drafting or Inspection Techniques? Yes No 06 Can you work scheduled and unscheduled overtime including weekends and holidays? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02