Cross Connection Control Investigator

About the role

The General Purpose of this position is to test, maintain and repair City owned cross-connection (backflow prevention) assemblies, inspect new services and oversee annual cross-connection testing to ensure the safety of the public water system; and perform other related duties.

Responsibilities

• Tests, maintains and repairs all City owned backflow assemblies to ensure proper functioning;
• Inspects and tests backflow devices annually to ensure they are functional to protect the public water system;
• Inspects and connects all new services to ensure proper installation;
• Collects bacteria samples, checks chlorine residual and conducts pressure, leakage, sterilization and flushing test procedures at various water main construction sites;
• Inspects consumer premises for cross-connections, performs cross-connection surveys; answers and resolves questions from contractors regarding backflow assemblies;
• Maintains records and logs of inspection services performed including record of all backflow devices;
• Mails test notice and list of certified backflow testers to customers, follows-up to ensure that tests are completed and records results;
• Reviews, investigates and responds to work requests and complaints;
• Responds to requests for information; provides information to other supervisors or managers and organizations; research issues and recommends solutions;
• Collaborates with other departments, outside agencies and organizations; provides technical assistance as necessary;
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of backflow prevention.

Requirements

• Possession of a High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent;
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a water utility;
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License;
• Grade I Water Treatment and Grade II Water Distribution Certification issued by the State Water Resources Control Board;
• A Los Angeles County Certified Backflow Tester or American Water Works Association (AWWA) Backflow Tester Certification is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies and procedures;
• Principles and practices of water distribution and cross-connection prevention system construction, maintenance, repair and safety practices including equipment related maintenance;
• State and federal environmental protection codes and regulations; Cal OSHA regulations;
• City Code, City Ordinances and Standard Operating Manual, personnel policies and procedures, and applicable Memoranda of Understanding;
• Proper installation of backflow devices.

Skills

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, City departments, elected officials, regulatory agencies, contractors, local businesses, and the general public;
• Interpreting water cross-connection standards, safety codes, and City policies and procedures;
• Maintaining inspection records;
• Operating simple plumbing tools, test gauge and other hand tools to test and repair backflow prevention devices;
• Reading, understanding, and complying with the City's Safety Manual;
• Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints;
• Operating a personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software;
• Effective verbal and written communication.

Benefits

Includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.