Backflow Tester Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $59,924.80 - $89,856.00 Annually
Location : East Water Treatment Facility, 1620 South Seacrest Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600245
Department: Utilities
Division: Meter Reading & Services
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Purpose of Classification
Purpose of Classification
This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the Cross Connection Control Program to safeguard public drinking water from contamination. Duties include overseeing inspections, testing and certifying backflow prevention devices, maintaining program databases, reviewing plans, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The Cross Connection Control Coordinator will organize, and plan field inspections and surveys related to backflow prevention, cross connections and water pollution
Essential Functions
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Reviews and interprets as-built drawings for cross connection ordinance compliance.
Reviews new legislation for impact on existing ordinances and policies.
Administers cross connection control and backflow program; recommends, develops and designs various program elements.
Coordinates with other departments to inspect properties for possible cross connections.
Investigates and coordinates responses to citizen concerns.
Responds to customer requests for information in person, by telephone and/or email.
Investigates complaints regarding backflow installations, backflow events, theft and reclaimed water cross connections and determines actions to mitigate and report findings.
Inspects facilities to verify conformance with specifications, regulations and procedures.
Inspects work sites for proper completion of assigned work; ensures all work conforms to standards for quality, cleanliness, and safety; takes corrective measures as needed; and evaluates completed work.
Assists in developing and updating policies and procedures.
Serves as departmental representative for all work falling within assigned areas of responsibility; liaisons with personnel from other departments, agencies, or organizations for related matters; responds to inquiries and complaints from the public relating to services provided; and monitors the work of all contractors to ensure proper provision of services.
Assists or participates in performing maintenance and repair work with city owned backflows as necessary.
Inspect new installations to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
Inspects facilities and water meters verify conformance with specifications and regulations.
Maintains Cross Connection Control Program backflow tracking system.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; and
Minimum of six (6) years of experience with cross connection control and backflow prevention practices; and
Must possess and maintain a Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification; and
Must possess (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) a valid Florida Driver's License; and
Possess (or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire) a Cross Connection Control Program Manager Certification Series at the University of Florida TREEO Center.
Possess (or obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire) and maintain a Florida Department Environmental Protection Level III Water Distribution License.
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following preferred Qualifications.
Preferred
Possession of an associate's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Public Administration, or in a closely related field may substitute two (2) years of functional area work experience at the discretion of the Director of Utilities in consultation with the Director of Human Resources & Compliance.
Supplemental Information
Communication Competencies / K.S.A.'s
Effectively communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's)
Knowledge of department and division operations, policies, procedures and practices.
Knowledge of and the ability to ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, practices and OSHA regulations.
Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate proper work methods and procedures when training field crew employees.
Knowledge of and the ability to read and interpret plans and blueprints.
Skilled at operating all equipment and tools used in the course of job completion.
Ability to supervise, evaluate the work of field employees, and identify and resolve personnel issues and
concerns.
Ability to coordinate, plan and prioritize work assignments to achieve optimum effectiveness in staff utilization. Ability to determine and requisition proper and adequate materials, supplies and equipment for job completion. Ability to oversee the inspection and repair/replacement of malfunctioning or obsolete equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues and complaints from the public. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to effectively interact with the public, supervisors, co-workers, other department staff, contractors, and with outside agencies.
Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors
Physical Ability: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and may push, pull, grasp, lift and/or move objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (up to 100 pounds), in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Sensory Requirements:
Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. Work is frequently performed outside in heat, high humidity, in cold, in rain and when other inclement weather conditions are present. Work is performed in bright and dim light.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Veteran's Preference:
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Pay Grade
22
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
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Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immedi...