Certified Backflow Tester Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Description Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS until filled. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice once sufficient qualified applications have been reviewed.

Depending on the applicant's qualifications, the position will be filled at the appropriate level/salary of either: Water Quality Control Technician I $32.2649- $40.2945 Hourly $60,400.00 - $75,431.00 Annually Water Quality Control Technician II $36.5048 - $45.4895 Hourly $68,337.00 - $85,334.00 Annually DEFINITION Under general supervision, monitors and maintains City water production wells, water treatment facilities, supplemental water connections and generally the duties conducted by the Public Works Maintenance Worker series for the City of Norco. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class

TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors and maintains the daily production of the City's water sources; maintains and repairs minor pump motors, the water treatment plant, chlorine injection systems, electric panels, reservoirs and pump buildings; utilizes the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (S.C.A.D.A.) telemetry system to determine pump operation and water reservoir levels and makes changes when indicated; reports daily water production and blend data to Public Works Engineering Department. Cleans and repairs pumps and wells; ensures disinfection of water by maintaining correct chlorine levels; logs production numbers; conducts independent sampling of water and results; investigates customer complaints; maintains database on results; performs other related duties as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This is a general employee position in the Public Works Department

This position performs a variety of water quality control duties as well as general Public Works maintenance worker responsibilities. CONTACTS AND RELATIONSHIP: This position has the majority of their interaction with other City employees. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Public Works Superintendent; Public Works Supervisor SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt Typical Qualifications QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES The knowledge and abilities which are required to perform the duties and responsibilities of this class are as follows: WATER QUALITY CONTROL TECHNCIAN I Experience: One year water treatment and distribution work experience.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance Certification (State Office of Water Program). Must possess Grade I Water Distribution and Treatment, Grade I Water Treatment Operator.

License/Certification Required: State of California Grade I Water Distribution Operators Certification, a State of California Water Treatment I Certification and Valid California Class A Commercial Driver's License. Knowledge: Knowledge of federal, state and City safe drinking water requirements and monitoring systems; installation, maintenance and repair of pump motors, chlorine regulators, electrical panels and water treatment facilities. Knowledge of S.C.A.D.A

monitoring and control system operation and the administration, testing, monitoring and enforcement of backflow prevention. Knowledge of procurement and handling of hazardous chemicals. Ability: Some knowledge and skill in maintaining water wells, pumps and water treatment facilities; sampling and testing drinking water.

Ability to communicate with professionalism, courtesy and tact. Ability to use proper English language including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Ability to use computer hardware, software and peripherals related to area assigned.

Employees are enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) government Employer Pull Notice Program. Class A drivers are enrolled in the Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug testing program. WATER QUALITY CONTROL TECHNCIAN II Experience: Three years water treatment and distribution work experience.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance Certification (State Office of Water Program). Must possess Grade II Water Distribution and Treatment, Grade II Water Treatment Operator.

Knowledge: Knowledge of federal, state and City safe drinking water requirements and monitoring systems; installation, maintenance and repair of pump motors, chlorine regulators, electrical panels and water treatment facilities. Knowledge of S.C.A.D.A. monitoring and control system operation and the administration, testing, monitoring and enforcement of backflow prevention

Knowledge of procurement and handling of hazardous chemicals. Ability: Advanced knowledge and skill in maintaining water wells, pumps and water treatment facilities; sampling and testing drinking water. Ability to communicate with professionalism, courtesy and tact.

Ability to use proper English language including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Ability to use computer hardware, software and peripherals related to area assigned. License/Certification Required: State of California Grade II Water Distribution Operators Certification, a State of California Water Treatment II Certification and Valid California Class A Commercial Driver's License.

The Water Treatment II Certification may be obtained within two testing cycles of appointment. Employees are enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) government Employer Pull Notice Program. Class A drivers are enrolled in the Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug testing program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to communicate orally, in person, and by telephone with management, co-workers, and the public in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings; use office equipment such as computer terminals; sit for extended periods of time; have hearing and vision within normal ranges; carry, push, reach and lift repeatedly up to 100 pounds; occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch; sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment; walk on uneven terrain; work in an outdoor environment with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, moving equipment, heavy equipment, moving traffic, dust, noise, toxic fumes and chemicals, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens and other potentially hazardous substances; stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb; work in confined spaces; work in trenches and elevated areas. Special Requirements: Must be willing to assume responsibility for 24-hour operations in assigned area of responsibility or to respond to emergency situations in off hours as required using SCADA or directly onsite. Supplemental Information EMERGENCY SERVICES: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.

Employees must complete the required FEMA courses within six months of employment. SELECTION PROCESS: Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Final appointments may be subject to a selection interview with the Department Director or designee and the remaining conditional steps in the hiring process. This position requires a conditional employment offer based on the successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Norco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental and physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, or military and veteran status.

The City is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in this recruitment, please contact Human Resources prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

BACKGROUND CHECK: All employment offers are conditional based on the successful completion of a background investigation, physical and drug and alcohol screening at city expense and conducted by a physician designated by the city. All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification. Reference checks will be conducted by the City to include at least the following: (1) verification/reference from current and past employers, (2) fingerprinting and Department of Justice criminal background check, and (3) confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and/or diploma/degrees.

DRUG SCREENING: In accordance with the City's drug free workplace policy, all employment offers are conditional and based on successful completion of drug test. E-VERIFY: The City of Norco is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.

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