Stormwater CCTV Inspector

JOB In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Engineer I term-limited temporary (TLT) positions throughout the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) over the next six (6) months.

Do you enjoy working outdoors, solving technical challenges, and helping protect communities and the environment? King County’s Water and Land Resources Division is seeking three (3) motivated and detail-oriented professionals to join our inaugural Stormwater CCTV Inspection Team as Stormwater CCTV Inspectors (Engineer I).

About the Role

In this hands-on, field-based role, you will inspect and assess stormwater infrastructure throughout King County using specialized CCTV inspection equipment and software. Your work will directly support flood risk reduction, infrastructure reliability, public safety, and water quality protection for communities across the region.

This is an exciting opportunity to help launch and shape a new inspection program from the ground up while building expertise in underground infrastructure assessment, asset management, and stormwater operations. Successful candidates will enjoy working outdoors, operating advanced inspection equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with maintenance crews, engineers, and operations staff to support sustainable public infrastructure systems.

About the Team

These positions are part of the Asset Management Unit (AMU) within the Stormwater Services Section of King County’s Water and Land Resources Division. The team is responsible for managing and maintaining critical stormwater infrastructure throughout King County to support safe, resilient, and environmentally responsible communities.

AMU works collaboratively across disciplines to inspect, maintain, and improve stormwater assets while supporting compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. This work directly contributes to King County’s Clean Water Healthy Habitat goals and broader commitments to environmental stewardship, equity, and sustainable service delivery.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Stormwater CCTV Inspector (Engineer I), you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) of King County. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Use CCTV inspection equipment, including cameras, transporters, and associated systems, to conduct thorough video inspections of pipes, culverts, catch basins, and related stormwater infrastructure.
• Apply NASSCO PACP/MACP defect coding standards with software to document inspection findings and ensure high-quality video capture and accurate stormwater infrastructure condition assessment.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of CCTV equipment, software and tools; coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs with applicable vendors.
• Set up safe and compliant work zones, including confined space entry and traffic control, per local, state and federal requirements.
• Read and interpret GIS (Geographic Information System) data of stormwater infrastructure; update GIS data based on inspection findings.
• Generate work orders in Cityworks (Asset Management System) for maintenance crews to correct defects found during inspections.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance crews, engineers, and other staff to communicate inspection results and support follow-up actions.
• Contribute to a respectful, team-oriented, and equity-centered workplace aligned with King County’s values.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Working Conditions:

• Onsite Work Details: Crew members will report daily to the Renton Roads Facility (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 90856) to pick up and drop off equipment/vehicles, unless an alternative location is approved by the Supervisor. These positions are 70-80% fieldwork.
• Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position will work a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The typical work schedule is Monday-Thursday, 7am-5:30pm (4-10s preferred).
• Union Representation: These positions are represented by PROTEC Local 17A.
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill three (3) Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions with anticipated durations of two (2) years for each of the positions.
• Necessary Special Requirements:
  • Valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work if selected for this position.
  • The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to work outdoors for ~8 hours per shift on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain in inclement weather & other adverse conditions, while carrying equipment up to 75lbs.
• Workplace Exposures: There will be exposure to noise, dust, wildlife, and other environmental hazards. Work will be performed in rural and urban settings in close proximity to water bodies. The CCTV equipment necessary for completing this work may create exposure to electrical and chemical hazards. Inspections may infrequently occur in areas impacted by biological or other hazardous contaminants (sewage, hydrocarbons, cooking oil, etc.). Some inspections will require confined space entry and/or traffic control. Work will sometimes occur near heavy equipment/machinery (vactors, excavators, dump trucks, etc.).

Application and Selection Process:

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical. Please ensure that your application materials clearly detail how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this posting.

Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Online Application with response to supplemental questions.
• Resume.

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jamie Jensen-Young at 206-263-8779 or jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov.

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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles-we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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