Recycled Water Specialist

San Diego County Water Authority; Spring Valley (CA); On-site; USD 57,928 - 72,406; Full time

Job summary

Otay Water District is seeking a Recycled Water Specialist to perform cross-connection testing, inspections, and plan reviews for recycled water systems in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience in utility construction, cross-connection testing, and knowledge of Title 17/22 regulations. Valid licenses and certifications must be obtained within specified timeframes. This is an hourly, full-time position based in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in utility construction, inspection, water system operation, construction project management, meter maintenance/backflow, certified landscape irrigation audit, or two years of journey-level experience in compliance review and cross-connection testing of new and existing on-site recycled water systems.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts cross-connection tests for new and existing recycled water use sites; reviews plans, specifications, and installations for new construction and existing sites; coordinates testing with DEH.
• Inspects, reviews installation, cross-connection control testing, and site certifications on private recycled and potable water distribution systems to determine separation and identify problems; tracks changes and coordinates with DEH for testing.
• Plan checks and reviews developer recycled irrigation, ensuring contractor compliance with plans, specifications, Title 17 and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, District Code of Ordinances, and District Standards; provides quality control review of contracted plan reviews.
• Recommends substantial completion acceptance and final acceptance of developer projects as appropriate.
• Creates and maintains records of recycled water use sites, work orders, rule violations, areas within use sites where recycled water is used, cross-connection and annual review due dates using District established productivity systems and applications.
• Operates a variety of tools required to complete job requirements, including test and pressure gauge(s) and other test equipment.
• Receives, investigates, evaluates, and responds to customer complaints regarding cross connections; resolves complaints in a timely and efficient manner.
• Reads, understands, and ensures compliance with the District Safety Manual; attends safety meetings as required; reports all accidents, violations, or infractions to supervisor.
• Operates District vehicles as required.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Recycled Water Specialist at Otay Water District

Salary: $42.05 – $52.56 Hourly • Location: San Diego, CA • Job Type: Full‑Time Regular • Job Number: 00322 • Department: Engineering

Ideal Candidate

Are you a self‑starter experienced in construction and inspection of water systems? Otay Water District is seeking a motivated Recycled Water Specialist with expertise in inspection and cross‑connection control testing, able to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

We also welcome veterans and transitioning military and encourage those with utilities or water support experience to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts cross‑connection tests for new and existing recycled water use sites; reviews plans, specifications, and installations for new construction and existing sites; coordinates testing with San Diego County Department of Environmental Health (DEH).
• Inspects, reviews installation, cross‑connection control testing, and site certifications on private recycled and potable water distribution systems to determine separation and identify problems; tracks changes and coordinates with DEH for testing.
• Plan checks and reviews developer recycled irrigation, ensuring contractor compliance with plans, specifications, Title 17 and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, District Code of Ordinances, and District Standards; provides quality control review of contracted plan reviews.
• Recommends substantial completion acceptance and final acceptance of developer projects as appropriate.
• Creates and maintains records of recycled water use sites, work orders, rule violations, areas within use sites where recycled water is used, cross‑connection and annual review due dates using District established productivity systems and applications.
• Operates a variety of tools required to complete job requirements, including test and pressure gauge(s) and other test equipment.
• Receives, investigates, evaluates, and responds to customer complaints regarding cross connections; resolves complaints in a timely and efficient manner.
• Reads, understands, and ensures compliance with the District Safety Manual; attends safety meetings as required; reports all accidents, violations, or infractions to supervisor.
• Operates District vehicles as required.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• A valid California Class “C” Driver’s License and a safe driving record.
• A valid Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association or American Backflow Prevention Association required within twelve (12) months of hire date.
• A valid Water Distribution Operator Certification Grade II issued by the California State Water Resource Control Board required within two (2) years of hire date.

Minimum Experience, Education, and Training Requirements

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in utility construction, inspection, water system operation, construction project management, meter maintenance/backflow, certified landscape irrigation audit, or two (2) years of journey‑level experience in compliance review and cross‑connection testing of new and existing on‑site recycled water systems.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.

This position will be subject to random drug testing during employment.

This is an hourly, non‑exempt position.

Otay Water District is a Smoking, Tobacco and Nicotine Free Campus.

All Otay Water District employees are at‑will pursuant to California Water Code, Section 71362.