Overview
Environmental Compliance Technician/Inspector Jobs in Orlando, FL at Orange County Government
Title: Environmental Compliance Technician/Inspector
Company: Orange County Government
Location: Orlando, FL
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
The Water Reclamation Division is responsible for the administration and treatment functions of the wastewater system and the production of reclaimed water at three water reclamation facilities that collectively treat approximately 50 million gallons per day.
The Water Reclamation Division is seeking an organized, self-motivated, team player to fill the position of Environmental Compliance Technician/Inspector. This is a semi-skilled technical position is responsible for inspection and sampling of grease traps, operation of manual and automated sampling equipment, and review of customer and contract/franchise hauler operations for compliance with County codes and ordinances. The ideal candidate will be proficient in communicating with customers, exhibit a positive attitude, work independently to meet deadlines and complete assignments.
Job Description
General Functions:
This key position performs inspections and technical work to ensure compliance with Orange County codes and ordinances for Orange County sewer, solid waste, and recycling customers and contract/franchise haulers, including sampling and inspection of subject users.
Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Environmental Coordinator. Performance is reviewed through observations, reports and results achieved.
Representative Duties/Assignments:
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification
Minimum Qualifications
- Inspects customers and contract/franchise hauler vehicles for compliance with recycling and solid waste ordinances.
- Relocates and sets up automated sampling equipment at selected sites.
- Inspecting commercial and industrial facilities and grease traps and records inspection findings on computer database daily.
- Maintains accurate, legible records of samples and inspections, including chain-of-custody logs and other daily paperwork.
- Removes and replaces sanitary sewer manhole covers to conduct inspection and sampling.
- Prepares records of findings for supervisor or applicable boards concerning enforcement actions.
Preferences
High School diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of basic chemistry, biology, and math is preferred
Must possess and maintain a Florida Driver¿s License.
Application Deadline
Open Date: 06/09/2026
Close Date: 06/12/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 012 – From $19.94 to $25.66
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit – https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
Orange County Utilities
Water Reclamation Division
4760 West Sand Lake Road
Orlando, FL 32819
Notes
Hours: 40
Work schedule: Monday – Friday/ 7am – 3:30pm
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
