FOG Inspector - Engineering Specialist 1 - 3

FOG Inspector - Engineering Specialist 1 - 3

Salary

$76,092.00 - $118,692.00 Annually

Location

Renton, WA, WA

Job Type

AFSCME

Job Number

26-00119

Department

PW - Utility Systems

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Job Description

The City of Renton is seeking a skilled and motivated engineering professional to serve as a FOG Inspector within the Wastewater Utility Engineering Division. This position plays a key role in administering the City's Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Source Control Program through on-site field inspections of commercial food facilities, technical plan review of grease interceptors, educating business owners and kitchen staff on proper grease handling and pre-treatment best practices before disposal, and maintaining compliance data in the City's GIS and tracking systems. The ideal candidate blends sound technical judgment with strong interpersonal skills to build cooperative community relationships and protect Renton's wastewater collection infrastructure.

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employees salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employees salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

Salary placement depends on the education, experience, and skill set of the incumbent.

Annual Salary Engineering Specialist 1: $76,092.00 - $92,724.00 Annually

Annual Salary Engineering Specialist 2: $88,188.00 - $107,448.00 Annually

Annual Salary Engineering Specialist 3: $97,368.00 - $118,692.00 Annually

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 1:

• Research issues and provide technical information; communicate with engineers and other specialists, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and City personnel to coordinate work activities and projects.
• Assist with the review of architectural and engineering plans and drawings for small construction projects within the City to assure compliance with City ordinances and policies; indicate deficiencies with corrective action guidelines.
• Compile information and assist Civil Engineers and II/III level Engineering Specialists as requested.
• Prepare, review, and maintain a variety of office and engineering records, reports, maps, and as-built drawings related to civil engineering operations and activities; update and file maps and plans.
• Prepare and review legal descriptions for ordinances, petitions, annexations, deeds, easements, and related activities.
• Review and respond to public requests and complaints regarding assigned areas and engineering-related matters.
• Answer technical questions and resolve issues and concerns with the public, contractors, and outside agencies.
• Provide preliminary plan review and permit processing information from predesign through construction for small projects.
• Visit proposed sites as needed to evaluate on-site and off-site conditions, such as drainage and traffic issues for proposed developments.
• Assist with the review and approval process of construction cost estimates to establish permit fees, performance bond amounts, maintenance bond amounts, and fees-in-lieu of construction amounts.
• In support of the Transportation Operations section only, operate automated computer-aided drafting (CAD) software and hardware; operate manual drafting machine, tools and equipment using modern principles and techniques.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 2:

• Perform a variety of independent and specialized activities related to assigned area of engineering studies and capital improvement projects.
• Design and/or review engineering plans for various economic development, utility, or transportation projects to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications, and practices.
• Occasionally manage small-scale private development or capital improvement projects; which may include preparing bid documents, drafting RFP/RFQ documents, pay estimates, processing change orders and federal reimbursement requests; approving plan changes, answering technical questions, and resolving issues and concerns with the public, contractors, and outside agencies.
• Organize pre-construction meetings with developers, contractors, and City personnel; establish guidelines and special conditions for construction projects within limits of codes and regulations; direct interagency coordination of contracts; monitor contractors and developers for work projects in progress.
• Establish and maintain project files to include plans, specifications, correspondence, and financial information.
• Assist in the maintenance and updating of comprehensive utilities plans; evaluate projected utility and transportation needs of future development to assure infrastructure will be able to accommodate City growth.
• Review and respond to public requests and complaints regarding assigned areas and engineering-related matters; assist the public by reviewing plans and communicating issues relevant to plans and applications; investigate issues involved and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Secure required legal easements and restrictive covenants; analyze cost estimates and determine permit fees; establish and collect permit bond for work in City right-of-ways.
• Participate in technical plan reviews and the review of land applications as assigned; assist in analysis of designs and drawings to assure compliance with City codes and policies; perform field inspections to assure compliance with project specifications and City codes.
• Research issues and provide technical information; communicate with engineers, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and City personnel to coordinate work activities and projects.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of office and engineering records and reports related to civil engineering projects and activities.
• Prepare and maintain financial records used to verify accuracy of billing invoices received from consultants and contractors; update status of project budgets; coordinate the processing of invoices for payment within established timelines.
• Review and approve construction cost estimates to establish permit fees, performance bond amounts, maintenance bond amounts, and fees-in-lieu of construction amounts.
• Acquire right-of-ways, easements, restrictive covenants, and rights of entry; submit required documents and records to the City Clerk.
• Issue permits for off/on site improvements and review construction schedules and project management submittals, review engineering cost estimates for large project developments.
• In support of the Transportation Operations section only, operate automated computer-aided drafting (CAD) software and hardware; operate survey level, graphics equipment and manual drafting machine, tools and equipment using modern principles and techniques; update City maps for departments, agencies, developers, and the public.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 3:

• Perform a variety of complex and independent duties involved in the management of departmental programs, large-scale engineering studies and capital improvement projects.
• Design and/or review engineering plans for various economic development, utility, or transportation projects to assure compliance and compatibility with existing systems and applicable codes, standards, specifications, and practices.
• Plan and assist in implementing projects and programs within City departments or with the assistance of outside consultants, and coordinate activities with City departments, personnel, and outside agencies.
• Conduct studies and research to gather data from various sources in order to establish scope of study and to propose appropriate action alternatives; determine funding sources availability, including agency grants, City funds and Local Improvement District (LID) funds.
• Provide leadership and project review for complex private development projects; prepare bid documents, pay estimates, change orders and federal reimbursement requests for engineering projects; approve plan changes, answer technical questions, and resolve issues and concerns with the public, contractors, and outside agencies.
• Review engineering plans and SEPA submittals to assure compatibility with existing systems and with the Citys standards and comprehensive plan; assist in the maintenance and updating of comprehensive plans.
• Prepare construction plans and specifications for projects using standard design criteria as required; perform calculations for alignment surveys, right-of-ways, easements, quantities of materials required and cost estimates; assure plans comply with environmental requirements and standards.
• Develop and advertise for bids; organize pre-construction meetings with developers, contractors, and City personnel; preside over and moderate meetings; coordinate the bid opening and contract awarding process; establish guidelines and special conditions for construction projects; direct interagency coordination of contracts.
• Issue permits for off/on site improvements and review construction schedules and project management submittals, and review engineering cost estimates for project development.
• Manage projects through construction phases to completion; monitor contractors and developers with projects in progress to assure compliance with project specifications and applicable laws and codes.
• Review requests for deferrals and variances to plans and projects and present recommendations to the Decision Authority; review project cost estimates and calculate bonding requirements; review City codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures to Decision Authority actions.
• Review and respond to public requests and complaints; investigate issues involved and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Acquire right-of-ways, easements, restrictive covenants, and rights of entry; meet with the public on related issues and negotiate costs; submit required documents and records to the City Clerk.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of office and engineering records and reports related to civil engineering projects, activities and departmental programs; assist in the preparation and update of annual reports and budgets; assure project costs are within budgets; prepare and file expenditures and progress reports.
• Review and approve construction cost estimates to establish permit fees, performance bond amounts, maintenance bond amounts, and fees-in-lieu of construction amounts.
• Review, process, and record final plats and short plats.
• Prepare and maintain financial records used to verify accuracy of billing invoices received from consultants and contractors; update status of project budgets; recommend the processing of invoices for payment within established timelines.
• In support of the Transportation Operations section only, operate automated computer-aided drafting (CAD) software and hardware; operate survey level, graphics equipment and manual drafting machine, tools and equipment using modern principles and techniques; update City maps for departments, agencies, developers, and the public.
• In support of the Surface Water Engineering section only, conduct site inspections at public and private institutional, commercial and industrial properties with pollutant generating activities.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

To view a complete job description for Engineering Specialist 1, click here: Class Specifications | Engineering Specialist 1 | Class Spec Details

To view a complete job description for Engineering Specialist 2, click here: Class Specifications | Engineering Specialist 2 | Class Spec Details

To view a complete job description for Engineering Specialist 3, click here: Class Specifications | Engineering Specialist 3 | Class Spec Details

ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 1 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years of college level course work in civil engineering and/or drafting.
• Or minimum 2 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid drivers license.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 2 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years of college level course work in civil engineering and/or drafting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a civil engineering environment.
• Or 4 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid drivers license.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 3 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years of college level course work in civil engineering and/or drafting.
• Minimum 4 years of increasingly responsible experience in a civil engineering environment.
• Or 6 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in an office environment, and outdoors in all weather conditions occasionally.
• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud and noise level in the office is moderately quiet.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
• Night meetings may be required.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Telework Program

The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, up to 2 days remote, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact ajamilova@rentonwa.gov at least 2 days prior to the need.

Selection Procedure

Please consider visiting the City of Rentons Career Center for more information about our hiring process, benefits and other useful information. The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Communication from the City of Renton:

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.

Recruitment Process:

The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.

This position is represented by AFSCME, Local 2170, and the applicable benefits are as follows:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Employees are offered a choice of medical/vision coverage through either Kaiser Permanente or the Citys self-insured plan. Preferred Provider Option is available through the self-insured plan. Rates for both plans are available on the Benefit webpage. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page for details.
• The dental insurance plan covers services such as regular checkups, x-rays, fillings and crowns. Orthodontia coverage is also provided.

Deferred Compensation Program

• The City contributes 3% of the employees base wage rate into a deferred compensation retirement plan.
• Employees may also set aside a percentage of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis.

Retirement Plan

• Employees are enrolled in either the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS) or the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS).

• The following position is required to be enrolled in PSERS*

• Probation Officer

• If an employee was in PERS prior to 2006, the employee had the choice to remain in the PERS plan.

• Both the employee and employer contribute to the plan.

VEBA

The City contributes 1% of base pay into individual employee VEBA accounts, which can be used to pay out of pocket medical expenses.

Life Insurance

• A group term life insurance policy is provided to each employee at a value equivalent to the annual salary, up to $50,000.
• Each eligible dependent is also provided with a $1,000 policy. There is no cost to the employee.
• Optional supplemental insurance is available for employees and their dependents at group rates.

Long Term Disability Protection

• Many employees are provided with a long term disability policy up to the equivalent of 60% of their salary.

Flexible Benefits

• The City offers employees the opportunity to open two separate tax-free accounts through salary reduction. One account is to pay for expenses not covered by health insurance and the other account is for child care costs.

Vacation

• Employees accrue vacation beginning with the first day of employment as follows: 12 days per year (0-5 years); 18 days per year (6-10 years); 21 days per year (11-15 years); 24 days per year (16-20 years); and 27 days per year (21+ years).
• Employees may access their vacation immediately.

Sick Leave

• Upon employment, the employee receives a sick leave bank of 24 hours, with an additional 24 hours awarded after three months.
• Thereafter, sick leave accrues at the rate of four hours each pay period.

Employee Assistance Program

• A confidential counseling assessment and referral service is available without cost to employees and family members for help with personal, family or job-related problems.

Paydays

• The City of Renton pays employees on the tenth and the twenty-fifth of each month (24 pay periods each year).

Holidays

• The City recognizes eleven holidays and offers two "personal" holidays each calendar year for most employees, unless otherwise specified in a labor contract.

Hours of Work

• Flexible work schedules are available in many departments.

Transportation

• Unlimited free rides on various bus systems as well as various carpool and rideshare options are available for City employees.

Please see the City of Renton Benefits webpage for more information.

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Why are you interested in working for the City of Renton?

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Describe your hands-on experience with commercial Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) inspections or source control programs. Please state whether your work was conducted under direct supervision, standard oversight, or fully independently.

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Summarize your technical experience as it relates to FOG, such as sizing/evaluating gravity interceptors and hydromechanical units, reviewing commercial plumbing/civil plans, wastewater sampling, or using compliance tracking software (e.g., Linko, GIS)

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FOG compliance relies heavily on education and clear communication. Briefly share an example of how you effectively resolved a situation with a frustrated, resistant, or non-compliant business owner while keeping the interaction professional and positive.

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Thank you for your interest in joining the City of Renton team. We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, such as candidates names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. You must thoroughly complete the education section (if applicable to the qualifications of this position) and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included. Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration. Have you read and understood the information listed above?

• Yes

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Employer City of Renton

Address 1055 South Grady Way

Renton, Washington, 98057

Phone 425-566-0828

Website http://www.rentonwa.gov/jobs