Working Title of Vacant Position Wastewater Inspector Job Type:

Full Time Posting Type:

Public Number of Vacancies:

1

Department:

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division:

PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR COLL

Requisition Number:

2026411 Number of hours worked per week: 40+

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Work Site Location:

Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement:

R -

Routine Pay Basis:

Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary:

$43,645 to $64,922 annual salary range. (Starting salary rate depends on qualifications and experience). Are you gifted at public outreach? Are you an environmental champion with outstanding customer service and listening skills? Come and make a difference with Chesapeake Fats, Oils, and Grease Program - you would be working with an environmental outreach program designed to reduce pollution from food grease. The City of Chesapeake has great benefits such as medical and prescription benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, paid holidays, an employee assistance program, legal resources, a wellness program and so much more! If you are ready to make a career move with a company that will value your hard work and dedication, APPLY TODAY! We can't wait to meet you!

Typical tasks include:

Public outreach and education, visiting restaurants, giving civic league talks, distributing public service messages in neighborhoods, and providing outreach at festivals and events. Inspecting grease traps for proper installation, cleaning, and maintenance; teaching people about the right way to dispose of grease and enforcing ordinances. Maintains various logs and documents inspections. Requires competence in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and database systems; must be skilled in organizing and maintaining accurate records. Reads technical instructions, procedure manuals, and interprets data to solve practical problems. Composes clear, accurate and courteous correspondence. Performs other departmental duties as needed or assigned. The successful candidate must be able to obtain a Special Conservator of the Peace endorsement within 6 months of hire. Must be able to comprehend and apply city ordinances fairly and consistently; and be a skilled investigator, detecting violations and recommending appropriate corrective action in a calm effective manner. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; exercise sound judgement and be able to testify in court. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in environmental/health studies, engineering, or a closely related field. Associates degree in environmental/health studies, engineering, or a closely related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record that complies with the City's Driving Standards . Ability to obtain, within 6 months of hire, the Conservator of the Peace designation, appointment, certification, or other credential required by the City for performance of assigned enforcement activities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of wastewater systems, site plan drawings and building plans a plus. Familiarity with code enforcement and court procedures a plus. Ability to use basic algebra involving variables and formulas, basic geometry involving area, volume, ratios, flow rates, and percentages.

Job Open Date:

09/11/2026

Job Close Date:

09/25/2026

Open Until Filled:

No Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume. This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd., Chesapeake, VA.

Confined Spaces:

PLEASE NOTE

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces.

Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.