Backflow Prevention Tester Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Duties * You will provide inspections on a variety of water systems; interpret, apply, and enforce pertinent rules and regulations; interpret and explain cross connection and water quality regulations. * You will read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning. * You will observe and interpret situations; review and interpret blueprints, plans, and manufacturers' manuals pertaining to commercial and industrial complexes to determine compliance with applicable standards. * You will perform, analyze and interpret the results of a variety of cross connection control tests and tests of backflow preventers; maintain accurate records and prepare appropriate reports; operate and maintain testing equipment. * You will review mechanical piping system designs and provides review comments for proposed plans and specifications for new construction, alteration and repair projects to assure compliance with backflow prevention requirements * You will provide technical advice to engineers and technicians on specific maintenance, design and repair problems relating to cross connection control. Requirements Conditions of employment * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be determined suitable for federal employment. * Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov * Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. * Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a current driver's license and, if required, a local government license to operate a government vehicle to report to various job sites. * You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * You may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. * This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1)Plan, define, develop, and document quality requirements for products, services, processes, and systems that are suitable to the activity, proportional to the risk, and consistent with established Agency guidance, practices, and standards.2) In depth knowledge of Backflow Prevention devised and systems. 3)Manages programs and fosters an environment that administers all resources in a manner that instills public trust while accomplishing the mission.4) Monitors progress and evaluates outcomes to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. 5)Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. The selective placement factor is: I am certified by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), Foundation for Cross-Connection Control & Hydraulic Research (FCCC&HR) to inspect, test and certify Cross-Connection Control Assemblies and Backflow Prevention Devices, or I am state-wide backflow assembly tester or inspector certified. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The majority of work will be performed under field conditions requiring frequent field surveys ascending ladders to rooftops, trusses, and other semi-precarious positions with exposure to moving equipment, electrical currents, or toxic fumes. Must be capable of traversing hills, swales and rough terrain and be able to obtain a driver's license and operate sedans, pickup trucks and vans. Travel out of the area might be required. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in both an office setting and at work sites. Regular work may be inside or outside in which case prolonged exposure to the weather elements is possible. Work involves traveling to contactor work sites that have moderate risks and discomforts that may require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines and possible exposure to loud noises, irritant chemicals and explosive materials. Employees may be required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), protective clothing and gear, such as hard hats, masks, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, fall protection, etc and other specific gear and equipment that pertains to a specific job or job site. Work requires employees to drive a vehicle. Air travel may be required periodically. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.