Cross-Connection Control Inspector - INTERNAL ONLY

City of Redlands, CA; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Redlands is seeking a Cross-Connection Control Inspector to safeguard the drinking water system by conducting surveys and testing backflow devices. You will administer the cross-connection program, coordinate field activities, and ensure compliance with health standards.

Two years of backflow testing experience and a California Driver's License are required, with multiple operator certificates to be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience performing backflow device testing and maintenance or related water utility mechanical work.
• California Class C driver's license required upon hire.
• Must obtain Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain Grade I Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain Grade II Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer the backflow prevention device testing program for business/industrial users.
• Maintain files and prepare reports for state and federal water quality agencies.
• Train personnel to recognize potential cross-connection hazards.
• Perform annual site surveys and assess hazard levels for connections to the city system.
• Respond to public and industry questions about water quality and cross-connection control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Redlands Municipal Utilities & Engineering Department is looking for a Cross-Connection Control Inspector to help safeguard our drinking water system and ensure compliance with critical public health standards. If you’re detail-oriented, technically skilled, and passionate about serving your community, this is your opportunity to make an impact where it matters most. Join us in keeping Redlands’ water safe—one connection at a time.

Under direction, to conduct surveys and inspections of business and industry related to cross connection control; to conduct and coordinate field and laboratory testing of backflow prevention control devices; to administer the cross-connection control program; and to conduct environmental studies and surveys of business, industrial, and agricultural water quality.

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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 in the City to ensure compliance with the City 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 as they pertain to cross connection control;
• Performs 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;
• Assists with plan check for new construction, tenant improvements, and recycled water use sites;
• Represent the City on various 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; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Two years of experience performing backflow device testing and maintenance or other water utility mechanical maintenance.

Education:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

License:

• Possession and maintenance of valid California Class C's driver's license upon hire;

Certificates to be obtained within six (6) months of hire:

• Possession of a Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board; and
• Possession of a Grade I Backflow Prevention Device Tester's Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association; and
• Possession of a Grade II Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.

Special Requirements:

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, stoop, and squat;
• Exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, and confining workspaces;
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations;
• Ability to work at a computer station for sustained periods of time.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds;