Backflow & Water Quality Compliance Inspector

City of Redlands; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Redlands is seeking a Cross-Connection Control Inspector to safeguard our drinking water system by administering the cross-connection control program and conducting surveys, inspections, and testing of backflow devices.

The role requires a high school diploma, a CA driver’s license, and relevant certificates within six months; field surveys and coordination with state agencies are expected as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience performing backflow device testing or other water utility mechanical maintenance.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession and maintenance of valid California Class C driver's license upon hire.
• Possession of the Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board; Grade I Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association; Grade II Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer the business and industrial water users backflow prevention device testing program; confer with business and industry regarding allowable water service connections; inspect industries and other businesses to ensure compliance with cross-connection control requirements; recommend action for violators.
• Maintain files on cross-connection control device test results and other reference material; prepare reports for Federal and State water quality enforcement agencies.
• Train assigned personnel to recognize potential hazards pertaining to cross-connection control.
• Perform annual site surveys.
• Determine degree of hazard for business and industry connecting to the City water system.
• Participate in the operations of the Water Distribution Division as necessary.
• Perform testing and minor maintenance on related equipment as necessary.
• Assist with plan checks for new construction, tenant improvements, and recycled water use sites.
• Represent the City on advisory committees relating to cross-connection control and water quality.
• Respond to questions and complaints from the public and industries regarding water quality and cross-connection control.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

The City of Redlands is seeking a Cross-Connection Control Inspector to safeguard our drinking water system by administering the cross-connection control program and conducting surveys, inspections, and testing of backflow devices.

The role requires a high school diploma, a CA driver’s license, and relevant certificates within six months; field surveys and coordination with state agencies are expected as part of daily duties.