Temporary Backflow Tester Jobs (NOW HIRING)

General Description UTILITIES BACKFLOW INSPECTOR III Start your career with Pasco County. The role of Utilities Backflow Inspector III performs technical work with administrative responsibility for preservation and integrity of the County's utility system. Responsible inspection work in quality control of utility projects to assure compliance with FAC, County ordinances, and County Cross-Connection Control Policy under the enforcement of the County-approved construction drawings.

****Pasco County provides a career path for advancement from a Utilities Backflow Inspector III to a Utilities Backflow Inspector II, then a Utilities Backflow Inspector I when certifications, license, experience, and performance requirements and expectations are met. Essential Job Functions Utilities code enforcement related to ensuring compliance with county and state standards for backflow protection for all Pasco County Utilities residential and commercial customers. Interacts with Utility Inspectors, customers, and contractor representatives to assess and correct any backflow assemblies not incompliance.

Inspects, evaluates, installs, tests, and repairs backflow prevention assemblies. Installs, removes, and relocates temporary hydrant and jumper meters.Investigate, remove, and mitigate any existing and/or potential potable water cross-connections with the County's water system. Performs inspections on new construction to ensure proper metering service is installed and prevent stealing of County water

Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. Performs other related work as necessary. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of utilities backflow construction procedures and materials.

Knowledge of backflow and cross-connection regulations and requirements. Computer skills including using electronic backflow tracking applications. Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and specifications.

Knowledge of proper use of hand tools and power tools such as drills, table saws, reciprocating saws, and impact wrenches. Knowledge of safe working procedures and practices. Ability to install, remove, and relocated temporary hydrant meters and jumper meters.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public. Ability to formulate concise inspection reports. Ability to read for comprehension.

Minimum Requirements PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. May require the use of hand and power tools. Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, and sitting.

Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and one (1) year of direct experience in water, wastewater, reclaimed water, or plumbing field maintenance required.

One (1) year of backflow or cross connection experience preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must possess Backflow Tester Certification and Backflow Repair Certification.

Must have the following, Confined Space Certification, Trenching and Shoring Certification, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate certificate, FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200,ICS 700, ICS 800 (NIMS), and First Aid and CPR certification. ADA STATEMENT:A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants

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