Backflow & Cross-Connection Specialist

City of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth’s Water Department seeks a Cross Connection Specialist to protect our drinking water by identifying and preventing cross-connections in plumbing and irrigation systems. You will review plans, perform inspections, and ensure compliance with state and city requirements.

Ideal candidates have a Journeyman Plumber background and knowledge of cross-connection control, backflow prevention, and irrigation systems, with licensing in related areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by specialized training in Water Utility Operation.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of plumbing and irrigation systems to identify and eliminate potential cross-connections.
• Review plumbing, utility, building, and irrigation plans for compliance.
• Inspect new and modified irrigation systems for compliance with water conservation, irrigation, and cross-connection regulations.
• Apply and explain City and State cross-connection, plumbing, and irrigation requirements.
• Provide technical support to Water Department staff, contractors, developers, and property owners.
• Process inspection data and maintain accurate reports and documentation.
• Manage a high volume of inspections and plan reviews while providing professional customer service.

Skills

Journeyman Plumber

Water Utility Operation

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BPAT license

W.S.P.S. endorsement

Irrigation Inspector license

Job description

The City of Fort Worth’s Water Department seeks a Cross Connection Specialist to protect our drinking water by identifying and preventing cross-connections in plumbing and irrigation systems. You will review plans, perform inspections, and ensure compliance with state and city requirements.

Ideal candidates have a Journeyman Plumber background and knowledge of cross-connection control, backflow prevention, and irrigation systems, with licensing in related areas.