Environmental Compliance Technician/Inspector

Overview

Orange County Government serves the public with a focus on integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. The organization works to deliver forward-thinking policies and services that influence Central Florida and help shape the community’s future. It emphasizes a strong workplace culture built on high standards for service, organizational values, and employee satisfaction, and it operates with a commitment to equal opportunity in both employment and services.

The Water Reclamation Division handles wastewater treatment administration and reclaimed water production across three water reclamation facilities, with a combined treatment capacity of about 50 million gallons per day.

The division is looking for a self-directed, well-organized team-oriented professional to serve as an Environmental Compliance Technician/Inspector. This semi-skilled technical role involves inspecting and sampling grease traps, operating manual and automated sampling equipment, and reviewing customer as well as contract/franchise hauler activities for compliance with county codes and ordinances. The ideal candidate communicates well with customers, maintains a positive approach, works independently, and consistently meets deadlines and assignment requirements.

Job Summary

This role supports compliance work by inspecting and performing technical tasks to help ensure that Orange County sewer, solid waste, and recycling customers, along with contract/franchise haulers, follow applicable county ordinances. The position includes sampling and inspection duties for the users being regulated.

Work is completed with significant independence and is overseen by the Environmental Coordinator. Performance is evaluated through direct observation, reports, and the results produced.

Representative Duties

• Examine customers and contract/franchise hauler vehicles to confirm adherence to recycling and solid waste rules.
• Move, install, and configure automated sampling equipment at designated locations.
• Inspect commercial and industrial sites and grease traps, then enter inspection results into a computer database each day.
• Keep sample and inspection documentation accurate and readable, including chain-of-custody records and other daily paperwork.
• Remove and reinstall sanitary sewer manhole covers when conducting inspections and sampling.
• Prepare documentation of findings for the supervisor or relevant boards when enforcement action may be needed.

Qualifications and Preferences

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Preference is given to applicants with basic knowledge of chemistry, biology, and mathematics.

A valid Florida driver’s license is required and must be maintained.

Schedule and Work Conditions

This is a 40-hour per week position. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Selected candidates must provide employment references and complete pre-employment drug screening, a physical examination, and a background check.

Compensation and Employment Details

Pay grade: 012. Salary range is from $19.94 to $25.66 per hour, with placement determined by education and experience. The position is non-exempt.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year.
• 18 days of paid time off annually.
• Longevity bonus tied to years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM sick time every year.
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance coverage.
• Employer-provided basic life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance coverage for employees and family members starting on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance resources including multiple free one-on-one counseling sessions, plus online support for legal guidance, financial planning, and personal balance.
• Complimentary access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including access to a dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement support.
• Opportunity to earn service time that may help with student loan forgiveness.

Veterans Preference

Applicants claiming Veterans’ Preference must submit the required eligibility documents by the posting close date. Supporting materials and a cover letter should be uploaded through the designated secure document submission process. The cover letter must include the Job ID, the position title, the applicant’s full name, and the last four digits of the Social Security number.

Current employees returning from active military service may qualify for promotion preference if their service meets Veterans’ Preference requirements. Veterans’ Preference applies only to a veteran’s first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, with no exceptions.

Educational Requirements

If education was completed in the United States, the County accepts only degrees or diplomas accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Education earned outside the United States must be evaluated, at the applicant’s expense, for U.S. equivalency by a member of NACES or AICE.

Work Location

Orange County Utilities, Water Reclamation Division, 4760 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819.

Posting Dates

Open date: 06/09/2026

Close date: 06/12/2026

This posting may close earlier without notice.