Cross Contamination Technician

Germantown Athletic Club; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Germantown seeks a Cross-Contamination Technician to support the Cross Connection Control Program, perform maintenance on water systems, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Under the Water Plant Superintendent, duties include coordinating day-to-day activities, maintaining records, and monitoring safety and quality standards in all related water operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water distribution systems, hydraulics and plumbing, and related regulations.
• Knowledge of operation of construction and maintenance tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules for mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the City’s cross contamination program.
• Tests backflow devices and ensures reports are received.
• Verifies compliance with regulations for cross connections and water quality.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Cross contamination regulations

GIS proficiency

Reading manuals

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Computer proficiency

Tools

Backflow testing equipment

GIS software

Maintenance tools

Job description

The City of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an alcohol/drug-free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

Organizational Accountability

City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose. Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence. Every day. The expectation for senior leaders is to model The Germantown Way at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.

Description

General Definition of Work: Under the direction of the Water Plant Superintendent, the Cross-Contamination Technician plans, coordinates and administers various day-to-day activities pertaining to the City’s Cross Connection Control Program, elevated water tower maintenance, well and pump maintenance, and water treatment plant maintenance.

Organizational Accountability

City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose. Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence. Every day. As a mission-driven, values-centered organization, the expectation for City leaders is to model 'The Germantown Way' at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.

Examples of Duties

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains the City’s cross contamination program.


• Works with plumbers, homeowners and businesses to ensure that annual backflow preventer testing is accomplished and appropriate reports are received.


• Physically checks all of the City of Germantown’s backflow devices to ensure compliance with regulations.


• Monitors regulations from TDEC/EPA on cross contamination rules and regulations implementing these into the City’s processes.


• Develops and maintains accurate records of cross contamination work and reports received.


• Scours the City in search of cross contamination systems that are not present or that have not been tested per requirements.


• Flushes fire hydrants to circulate water throughout the system.


• Performs other plant related duties as needed.

Other Job Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of water distribution systems; hydraulics and plumbing systems; applicable state and local laws, rules, building codes, ordinances and related regulations governing backflow prevention, cross connections and water pollution, including Title 17 of the Safe Drinking Water Act and Uniform Plumbing Codes; plumbing techniques, practices and materials; industrial type water systems and sources of contamination and pollution.


• Knowledge of the operation of construction and maintenance tools and equipment.


• Knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety rules and regulations for performing mechanical maintenance.


• Knowledge of cross contamination regulations from TDEC/EPA.


• Knowledge of GIS database and mapping.


• Ability to read and understand operation manuals, verbal and written instructions.


• Ability to communicate instructions and warnings to co-workers.


• Ability to work independently, self-motivating.


• Ability to track cross connection program in database and mapping formats.


• Physical ability to perform essential job duties.

Requirements

Education and Experience

High School graduate or GED, and one year of experience operating equipment, or any combination of education, training and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform essential job functions. Computer proficiency required.

Special Requirements

• Valid Backflow Testers Certificate from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) or the American Water Works Association (AWWA) within twelve months from date of appointment.


• Grade I or II Water Distribution Operator certification is preferred but not required.

Working Conditions

Works outside exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Frequently exposed to dust and occasionally to dampness and unsanitary conditions. Subject to hazards of construction work and working around traffic. Subject to excessive noise from equipment. Subject to heavy lifting, as much as 50 lbs. a distance of four feet from the ground. Subject to excessive reaching, pulling, pushing, feeling and climbing to operate equipment. Occasionally requires crawling, kneeling, stooping, and crouching to remove trapped debris from equipment or to perform routine maintenance on equipment. Must wear all safety equipment in accordance with safety regulations.