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We’re looking for a highly motivated, reliable and skilled individual to join the Public Works Department in the position of Cross Connection Control Specialist. Working in the Utilities Section, you will oversee the City’s cross-connection control program, including backflow device testing and cross-connection control related inspections. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, serving the City’s residents, visitors and business community by providing exceptional customer service. Review our detailed job description here.
What You'll Do:
- Conduct cross-connection surveys and tests to identify potential cross-connections to the water system.
- Monitor the provision of backflow prevention at user connections.
- Provide technical supervision over maintenance staff performing backflow prevention assembly installation, repair, inspection, and testing.
- Inspect potable and recycled water systems to determine the existence of cross connections and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
- Test, install, repair, and maintain backflow prevention assemblies.
- Perform plan reviews to ensure proper water system connections. Identify potential cross-connections and provide written comments.
- Maintain records of installations, locations, tests, and repairs of backflow prevention assemblies.
The Essentials:
Cross-Connection Control Specialist
- Two years of experience in water system maintenance, equivalent to the responsibilities of a Water Utility Worker in the City of Mountain View
- Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade supplemented by approved courses of instruction in the theory, laws, regulations, and techniques of backflow prevention and/or cross-connection control.
- Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
- Possession of an AWWA Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certificate and a California Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 Certificate.
- Possession of an AWWA Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certificate within one year of appointment.
Bonus Points:
- Experience administering a water system cross-connection inspection program is highly desirable.
- Completion of a recycled water site supervisor’s training class is highly desirable.
Are We a Match? :
- You are skilled in the maintenance of water distribution systems.
- You are flexible in your work style and can manage interruptions and changing priorities throughout your day.
- You are ready to be part of a well-trained and motivated team that provides excellent service in a fast-paced environment.
- You have a desire to protect the City’s water quality, maintain public safety and are committed to ensuring safe work practices.
- You can communicate effectively with your co-workers and members of the community.
- You have the ability to work a shift beginning at 6:00 a.m.
