Industrial Waste Inspector

Industrial Waste Inspector – City of Chandler, Arizona

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler Public Works & Utilities Department is currently seeking qualified individuals to join our team as an Industrial Waste Inspector. The position is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

• Open and collaborative environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Business casual dress code, jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans plus dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in first year, eligible immediately
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in first year, eligible immediately
• 12 paid holidays annually; possible Winter Break with City Manager’s approval
• Part of Arizona State Retirement System with 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually ($3,200 for part‑time employees)
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

The Utilities Division operates the City’s water treatment plant, 32 water wells, 19 booster stations, and shares a plant with the Town of Gilbert. It also operates wastewater and reclaimed water infrastructure, including industrial wastewater/brine reduction. We treat over 64 million gallons of fresh water and 30 million gallons of wastewater per day to class A+ reclaimed water. Service is provided by 1,224 miles of water mains, 942 miles of sewer mains, and 92 miles of reclaimed water mains.

• Perform pre‑treatment inspections and industrial sampling.
• Provide training to other inspectors in methodology and equipment use.
• Serve as a technical information resource to the public and industrial representatives.

• High School Diploma or GED plus one year of college coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, or a directly related field.
• One year of experience in chemical testing, monitoring of industrial discharges, wastewater collection systems, water distribution systems, or treatment of industrial wastewater.
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER Certification within 6 months of hire or promotion.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training providing the knowledge and abilities to perform the work.

• Experience conducting industrial sampling.
• Experience conducting industrial inspections.
• Familiarity with EPA federal regulations.
• ADEQ Wastewater I or Collections I Certification.

This is a regular full‑time position. A 6‑month probationary period applies. A register of qualified candidates will remain active for 4 months should another position become available.

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre‑employment driving record check and requires fingerprinting for continued employment. Applicants must comply with the City’s drug and alcohol policy, including a pre‑employment drug test. The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time and some part‑time positions.