Sewer Grease and Oil Control Inspector- Jefferson County; Environmental Services

Job Summary

Jefferson County is seeking well‑qualified, motivated Sewer Grease and Oil Control Inspectors to conduct sewer grease control inspections of food service facilities to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Inspectors will interact with business owners, food service workers, plumbers, and contractors to answer questions and provide information regarding inspections and codes. They will perform tests, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and produce detailed written reports documenting all inspection activities and results.

Jefferson County offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, employer‑sponsored retirement plan (pension), paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Pay range: $21.86 – $33.91.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience providing customer service (e.g., enforcing/explaining policies and procedures, responding to complaints).
• Experience in plumbing installation, sewer line installation, sewer line maintenance, sewer line cleaning, or video inspection of sewer systems.

• Coursework or training in water quality sampling, inspections, environmental studies, or a related field.
• Work experience inspecting installation and/or maintenance of grease control devices (e.g., interceptors, traps).
• Work experience with wastewater testing equipment (e.g., pH testers, conductivity meters).

• Provides service to internal and/or external customers.
• Documents inspection activities by filing paperwork, completing forms/checklists, and entering data into a computer database for record‑keeping.
• Prepares for inspections by scheduling visits, reviewing existing documentation, mapping locations, planning routes, researching codes, and reviewing ordinances to maintain efficient operations.
• Conducts sewer grease/oil control inspections by visiting facilities, collecting samples, reviewing plans, and performing tests to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Checks manholes downstream of food service facilities to determine if grease/oil is present in the sewer system.
• Collects oil/grease samples from facilities and submits them to laboratory personnel for analysis.
• Completes chain‑of‑custody form for collected samples.
• Conducts dye testing to verify that plumbing fixtures are appropriately connected to grease removal devices and sewer systems.

Involves moderate physical exertion for sustained periods (walking, standing), climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional lifting of objects up to 50 lb.

Performed in external field environments, including exposure to inclement weather, bio‑hazard materials, and dangerous conditions such as working around traffic and construction. Use of hand and power tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and testing meters.

The Person nel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

To request accommodation in the application or hiring process due to a medical condition or disability, contact the accommodations coordinator at accommodation request or phone 205‑279‑3500 (option 1), Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Central Time.