Cross-Connection & Backflow Program Lead

City of Tulare; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tulare is seeking a Cross-Connection Specialist to lead and administer the cross-connection inspection and backflow prevention program for the local water system. You will survey facilities, identify hazards, and enforce California health code compliance while collaborating with contractors and the public.

Responsibilities include installing and testing backflow devices, managing hydrant meter rentals, and ensuring accurate records and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of high school and three years of responsible experience in water distribution with a public water system.
• Strong knowledge of cross-connection control regulations and backflow prevention.
• Ability to install, test, and certify backflow devices per AWWA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and administer the cross-connection control program.
• Inspect facilities to identify cross-connections and assess hazards.
• Install, test, calibrate, and certify backflow prevention devices and water meters.
• Manage hydrant meter rental program and track readings for billing.
• Investigate violations and authorize discontinuance of water service when needed.
• Communicate with contractors, architects, engineers, and the public about standards and compliance timelines.

Skills

Cross-connection control

Hydraulics

Testing equipment

Customer service

Education

High school diploma + 3 years water distribution experience

Tools

Backflow testing equipment

AWWA standards

Job description

The City of Tulare is seeking a Cross-Connection Specialist to lead and administer the cross-connection inspection and backflow prevention program for the local water system. You will survey facilities, identify hazards, and enforce California health code compliance while collaborating with contractors and the public.

Responsibilities include installing and testing backflow devices, managing hydrant meter rentals, and ensuring accurate records and timely reporting.