Wastewater Control Inspector - SFPUC (6115) (157092)
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
Provides drinking water, wastewater treatment, and clean power services to San Francisco and Bay Area counties.
Inspect and sample wastewater, stormwater, and industrial dischargers for compliance.
1 months ago ago
$114,998 - $139,802
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
San Francisco, CA
Field
Company Size
2,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Construction Services
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Water
Wastewater
Electric Power
Infrastructure
Energy
Government
Environmental Policy
Project Finance
Role
Description
compliance inspection
field sampling
qa/qc
regulatory reporting
equipment calibration
design feedback
Responsible for management of the annual self-certification process; the Stormwater Management Ordinance enforcement processes; the reporting requirements per the MS4 NPDES Permit.
Stewardship of a design feedback loop that will communicate lessons learned in green infrastructure design and construction to designers, developers, and project reviewers to ensure continuous improvement in design standards and project review processes, and coordination with WWE’s Collection System Division and other SFPUC and City agencies/departments with roles that are relevant to the green infrastructure inspection process.
Conducts QA/QC for field work and completes corresponding reports.
Responsible for annual updates and process improvements to all green infrastructure inspection materials, programs, and processes.
Interacts professionally with the public, City and County of San Francisco staff, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Performs post-construction inspections, triennial inspections, and as-need as-needed enforcement-generated inspections for all private and public projects subject to the SMO.
Under direction, executes compliance-related enforcement actions.
Conducts field work for NPDES permits (e.g., wastewater and stormwater monitoring, sampling, analysis) and sewer system assessments.
Under general supervision, performs special studies, research, program development and implementation, and outreach for Collection System Division sections (e.g., Pollution Prevention, Pretreatment Program, Field Monitoring Section).
Copies of Application Documents
Offers technical assistance in the form of workshops or individual site visits to projects subject to the Stormwater Management Ordinance.
Performs and leads subordinate staff in equipment installation, calibration, operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of lab and field equipment (e.g., samplers, liquid level sensors, flowmeters, rain gauges, pH meters, odor analyzers); inspections; sampling; sample delivery; and analysis.
Provide technical support for the Green Infrastructure Grant Program and the Stormwater Charge Credit Program.
Stays abreast with industry standards and regulations (e.g., relevant sections of NPDES permits, 40 CFR, California Code of Regulations, Uniform Plumbing Code, San Francisco Public Works Code).
Prepares permits, reports, correspondences, memorandums, field maps, and enforcement actions.
Performs construction inspection of green infrastructure for City/ SFPUC-owned assets.
Inspects nondomestic wastewater dischargers for compliance with Sewer Use Ordinance; Fats, Oils, and Grease Control Ordinance; and 40 CFR 403.
Performs traffic control and confined space entry.
Investigates and responds to reports of odor in the sewer system and illegal discharges to the sewer system, and monitors remedial action where violations are found.
Obtains permissions and permits for field work.
Investigates groundwater, wastewater, stormwater, and soil contamination and discharges; determines sampling location; and coordinates sampling.
Inspects nondomestic wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater dischargers to determine sewer service fees and compliance with local, state, and federal pretreatment and stormwater standards.
Scheduling and performing inspections in conjunction with the Stormwater Management Requirements project review process to ensure compliance with the Stormwater Control Plans (SCPs), specifications, and all applicable codes.
Inspects construction sites for compliance with Construction Site Runoff Ordinance, stormwater-related General Permits, and construction plans and specifications (e.g., Erosion Sediment Control Plan, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
Reviews applications, business logs, inspections, reports, laboratory results, and other permit-related documents of wastewater and stormwater dischargers.
Requirements
ngicp
cwea
qsp
npdes
stormwater
laboratory
National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) certification
Knowledge of common laboratory technology, equipment, and apparatus
Ability to apply basic hydraulic and environmental engineering concepts
Ability to lead a group of subordinate staff
Inspection and enforcement knowledge and experience
CWEA Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade I, or higher, certification
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Knowledge of stormwater management or green stormwater infrastructure
Ability to communicate effectively with representatives of industrial, commercial, and institutional accounts, various agencies, and the public
Knowledge of principles and practices of wastewater and/or stormwater treatment
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local requirements and methods of ensuring compliance
Ability to read and interpret gauges, meters, recording instrumentation, maps, and engineering drawings
NPDES/MS4 permit knowledge and experience
Stormwater-related certifications such as Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) or Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) certification
Stormwater management /green stormwater infrastructure knowledge and experience
Pollution prevention knowledge and experience
Knowledge of safe wastewater and/or stormwater sampling procedures
Ability to make accurate arithmetic calculations
National Pretreatment Program (40 CFR 403) knowledge and experience
Knowledge of basic principles of arithmetic, chemistry, and bacteriology
Knowledge of principles of hydraulics, hydrology, instrumentation, and equipment used in wastewater and/or stormwater treatment and measurement
Ability to prepare written, oral, and graphic reports
Laboratory knowledge and experience
Chemistry knowledge and experience
Benefits
ADA Accommodation
Seniority Credit in Promotional Exams
Annual Salary: $114,998 – $139,802
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
complete the online supplemental questionnaire (sq) as a screening step
may be required to undergo additional position‑specific selection procedures before final hiring
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1932
Year of establishment
Originated during a push for municipal control, the agency began developing infrastructure to meet the growing needs of the city's population.
$700M Budget
Annual operating budget
Responsible for delivering water, treating sewage, and generating clean power through hydroelectric and solar initiatives.
100 Years of Power
Hydroelectric network history
The Hetch Hetchy Power system provides renewable energy to municipal services and the broader community through its century-old network.
It serves local retail water needs and supplies wholesale water to multiple Bay Area counties, supporting municipal buildings and transit systems.
It conducts large-scale infrastructure projects, such as pipeline construction, wastewater treatment modernization, and expanding the CleanPowerSF community-choice energy program.
It combines traditional utility planning with innovative pilot programs like stormwater retention and creek restoration to minimize runoff.
It uniquely integrates youth apprenticeships and workforce development across various trades, setting it apart from other utilities.
Its history is a testament to civic foresight, evolving from municipal takeovers of private water monopolies into a modern, sustainable public service provider.
Culture + Values
2,300 people
Team members
The team strives to work in harmony with environmental and community interests.
recognized throughout the world as a leading utility delivering high‑quality services through efficient, state‑of‑the‑art technologies
value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce ensuring vision becomes reality
Environment + Sustainability
100% Renewable Electricity
CleanPowerSF Achievement
Delivered to over 380,000 customers in 2023, two years ahead of the City’s 2025 target.
98% Emissions Reduction
GHG Reduction Progress
Achieved over nine years, cutting greenhouse gas emissions from electricity use by 98% from 1990 levels.
357M Gallons Recycled
Water Recycling Initiative
Treasure Island Water Resource Recovery Facility will recycle annually, reducing onsite water use by 98% and earning the Envision Platinum Award.
600+ Electric Parking Spaces
EV Charging Expansion
Electrified across 50+ projects through the EV Charge SF program.
Heat-pump water heater rebate providing $50/month credit for two years
Committed $80 million for Tuolumne River restoring 77 acres of salmon habitat and floodplain
Capture 1 billion gallons of stormwater annually via green infrastructure by 2050
Average water use per person is 42 gallons/day—about half the California average
City-wide net-zero sector-based greenhouse gas target by 2040
Inclusion & Diversity
SFPUC Community Benefits policy integrates environmental justice and workforce/economic development opportunities for diverse communities
Education of all staff on environmental justice and its integration into business decisions
Active member of Government Alliance for Racial Equity and host of racial equity training
Works with stakeholder boards/committees for diverse input and transparent accountability