Wastewater Video Inspector III
About Our Job
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $27.00 - $32.00/hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
- A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
- 457B Retirement Plan
- 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Location & Schedule
In this position you can expect to start on-site at the Denver Wastewater Management Building (2000 W. 3rd Ave., Denver 80223), Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM.
Who We Are & What You’ll Do
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services.
For more information, please visit the DOTI website.
DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:
- DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.
- DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.
Wastewater Management oversees all aspects of wastewater functions, including the construction, operation, and maintenance of the City’s sanitary and storm sewer systems, as well as administrative functions such as implementing policies, establishing cost controls and setting fees to maintain a revenue base sufficient to support operational requirements and capital improvements program, and responding to customer inquiries regarding sewage and storm drainage service charges.
Specifically, as the Wastewater Video Inspector III, you will:
- Conduct sanitary and storm sewer line inspections by operating and maintaining a remote controlled, self-propelled closed-circuit video camera, television monitoring screen, and other related equipment, and assist in determining the necessity for maintenance, repair, or replacement.
- Create audiovisual tapes that describe the condition of sanitary and storm sewer lines and record all pertinent data based on the technician’s knowledge of the types and properties of sewer line construction, wastewater system layouts, and water flow characteristics.
- Activate and adjust equipment controls for optimal results utilizing software that collects data and analyses and archives information.
- Perform maintenance and minor repair of camera and electronic equipment.
- Document inspection findings and forward to the appropriate division unit, and maintain records, reports, and files.
- Conduct inspections based on citizen complaints and requests from engineering staff and record pertinent information and narrative reports.
- Maintain and performs minor repairs on audiovisual and other related equipment.
- Train, coach, and mentor Wastewater Video Inspector II’s.
- Act as the truck lead, inspector lead, and subject matter expert.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
Our ideal candidate is a dependable and respectful team leader who communicates clearly, solves problems effectively, and stays organized in a fast-paced environment. They are patient, confident, and proactive, with a willingness to coach others and embrace new technology. They take pride in civic service, deliver positive customer interactions, and remain accountable to performance-driven goals.
In addition, the ideal candidate will have some or all of the following experience, skills, and qualities:
- Experience in sanitary and storm water collection system maintenance and/or construction
- Inspection experience for infrastructure, trade work, and/or construction
- Sanitary and storm collection system inspection experience using a PACP (Pipe Assessment Certification Program) inspection software
- PACP Mainline Certified (Certification training and continued education hours provided)
- PACP Manhole Certified (Certification training and continued education hours provided)
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to use hand tools
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
- Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of involving electronic maintenance and repair in a sanitary/storm collection system.
- Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
- License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
- Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than September 23 at 11:59 PM to ensure consideration.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
CJ2073 Wastewater Video Inspector IIITo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
UnlimitedPosition Salary Range
$26.84 - $40.27Target Pay
$27.00 - $32.00/hour, based on experience and educationAgency
Dept of Transportation & InfrastructureRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
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