Cross-Connection & Backflow Technician

The City of Fort Worth; Goodnight (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Cross Connection Technician to perform backflow assembly and irrigation system installations, ensuring safe water distribution per codes. Responsibilities include plan reviews, inspections, and technical support within the Water Department’s Cross-Connection Section.

Minimum qualifications include a HS Diploma/GED, 4 years in related fields, and relevant licenses. The role offers standard benefits and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED certification, supplemented by specialized training in assigned trades area.
• Four (4) years of experience in technical engineering work, utilities maintenance, construction, plumbing, or a related field, including one year of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Possession of or ability to obtain Texas State Master Plumber’s License within one (1) year of employment
• TSBPE Water Supply Protection Specialist (WSPS) endorsement
• Possession of or ability to obtain Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
• Irrigation Inspectors License
• Possession of or ability to obtain TCEQ, Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT) license

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring cross connection control activities
• Perform plan review and conduct inspections of new and existing building within the water distribution system to eliminate cross connections
• Conduct inspections of new and modified irrigation systems to comply with water conservation, irrigation, and cross connection requirements
• Provide technical support to assigned supervisory personnel with the Water Department
• Handle a high volume of plan review and inspections
• Process technical data including assessment of water system, building, utility and plumbing plans
• Enforce and explain cross connection control and irrigation ordinances
• Maintain appropriate reports of inspections and other correspondence

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Cross Connection Technician to perform backflow assembly and irrigation system installations, ensuring safe water distribution per codes. Responsibilities include plan reviews, inspections, and technical support within the Water Department’s Cross-Connection Section.

Minimum qualifications include a HS Diploma/GED, 4 years in related fields, and relevant licenses. The role offers standard benefits and a Monday–Friday schedule.