York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.

Mission Statement– York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement– York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism

Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.

About the Department: The York County Utilities Department, Water and Sewer Division operates and maintains water and sewer systems in defined service areas in eastern York County and western York County. The department operates on $60 million dollar budget and has 45 employees. It's a water & sewer distribution system; purchasing water and sewer treatment services from the City of Rock Hill through a wholesale agreement. The department delivers approximately 6 MGD of water to its 20,000+ customers and delivers approximately 4.5 MGD of sewer to the City of Rock Hill's Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility. The system is comprised of 2 water booster stations, 10 water storage tanks, 321 miles of water main, 121 sewer pump stations, 233 miles of gravity sewer, and 95 miles of sewer force main.We invite you to apply for our Water and Wastewater Utility Inspector. This position is full-time, non-exempt and eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. The purpose of this position is to perform inspections of new and existing residential and commercial water and sewer projects to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations, including inspecting projects and materials, preparing daily reports, and coordinating departmental activities with contractors and utility companies.

Projected Salary Range/Pay Grade 115: $24.79 - $29.74 per hour. Salary is determined based on qualifications.

Our Total Compensation Package

Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
Longevity Pay
SC State Retirement Plan Pension
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Expanded Sick Bank
Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
Wellness Screenings
Employee Assistance Programs
Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Duties And Responsibilities

Performs field utility inspections of all county water/sewer capital improvement projects, utility relocations related to transportation projects, and all water and sewer site development-driven projects.
Conducts daily, preliminary, and final inspections on all water and sewer projects maintained by York County. Requires driving ability.
Interprets, explains, and enforces compliance with applicable local and state codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Interprets approved construction contracts, and specifications; notifies proper person(s) of violations and of necessary corrective measures. Recommends solutions to problems and provides necessary follow-up to verify compliance; issues stop work orders for non-compliance as required.
Inspects work zones to ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and protocols.
Performs general administrative and clerical work as required, including conducting and attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, reviewing mail and literature, entering and retrieving computer data, sending and receiving faxes, copying and filing documents, and answering the telephone.
Assists Public Work’s Water and Sewer Department staff with water and sewer line locations and maintenance inspections. Assists all other departments as needed.
Prepares and maintains records of construction, inspection, and testing activities and conclusions, including photo documentation.
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility as related to water and sewer.
Inspects and enforces the county’s cross-connection program to ensure compliance with all local and state regulations.
Conducts quantity take-offs and estimates; obtains final measurements of in-place quantities for verification of requests for payment.
Performs related work as assigned.

Education And Experience

High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Four (4) years of experience in utilities, water, sewer installations, public works or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Certifications And Licenses

Valid state driver’s license is required.
Must possess South Carolina Water Distribution Operator License Level D.
Cross Connection Certification preferred.

Applicants With Equivalent Experience And/or Education May Be Considered.

Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to:

Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
Traffic; Moving machinery.
Electrical shock; Heights.
Radiation; Disease/pathogens.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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