Plumbing (Backflow) Inspector

Position Description

Anne Arundel County Government is currently hiring for a full-time permanent Backflow Prevention Inspector position in the division of Water Operations. This is a Safety Sensitive position and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol Testing.

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK This is skilled work in backflow prevention that monitors, inspects and investigates the maintenance, installation and or replacement requirements of backflow prevention assemblies through customer service visits and annual inspections. A Backflow Inspector is responsible for inspecting and ensuring the proper functioning of backflow prevention devices in commercial, industrial, and residential water systems. The role focuses on protecting public health by preventing the contamination of potable water supplies due to backflow. The inspector will work closely with property owners, contractors, and local authorities to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential job functions of all positions in the class).

Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to Conduct meetings and site surveys with contractors, consultants, developers, owners, and staff to resolve potential cross-connection issues.

Ability to create and maintain customer information files electronically in our backflow software, including equipment, inspection data, test results and certifications.

Ability to read, review, and interpret construction plans, blue prints, as-built drawings.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and public relations with various agencies and property owners.

Ability to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal backflow prevention regulations.

Ability to educate property owners and managers about the importance of backflow prevention and required maintenance.

Ability to investigate customer water usage to identify the requirement for backflow prevention assemblies and cross connection controls.

Ability to inspect backflow assembly installation ensuring they meet applicable plumbing codes and rules.

Ability to monitor and investigate the maintenance and replacement requirements of backflow prevention assemblies through customer service visits and annual inspections.

Ability to create and maintain customer information files including equipment and inspection data.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and public relations with various agencies, owners, and the consultant community.

Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Ability to perform cross connection inspections on new recycled water irrigation systems, working closely with job superintendents, landscape contractors and AA County Health Inspectors; advises landscape architects of any changes or revisions; performs cross connection inspections on expansions or modifications to existing water irrigation systems.

Ability to explain and interpret regulations for customers regarding the protection of water supply.

Ability to perform weekly cross connection inspections of properties throughout the County to determine possible hazards to the potable water system. Ability to maintain computer records on customers with backflow devices; maintains records of inspections performed.

Ability to meet with property representatives and landscape contractors to resolve non-compliance issues.

Ability to monitor the work progress of Backflow Inspectors and backflow testing contractors.

Ability to perform work in a safe manner at all times; complies with safety and health policies, procedures and practices; attends and completes all mandatory safety training courses and events; and works to insure the safety of co-workers and the general public.

Data entry for our backflow software and VUEWORKS system.

Strong understanding of plumbing systems, backflow prevention devices, and water distribution systems.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Considerable knowledge of relevant water regulations regarding the use of County water.

Considerable knowledge of water distribution systems, including mains, hydrants, meters, valves and other equipment.

Considerable knowledge of customer billing systems and database programs.

Considerable knowledge of relevant safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to read and interpret landscape irrigation drawings.

Ability to maintain database records.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to monitor and evaluate the work of the backflow testing contractors.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with fire system companies, landscape architects, landscape contractors, developers, property owners, and AA County Health Inspectors.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or vocational school; four (4) or more years of experience as a journeyman plumber; a master plumber's license in the State or ability to obtain the license within six months of hire, and other licenses as may be required for the area of assignment; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

NOTE: This position is Safety Sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.

NOTE: This is Emergency Essential position and will be responsible for reporting after hours and during inclement weather.

NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.

Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to the following skills:

• Three (3) years of experience in water distribution or wastewater collection operations with one (1) year of cross-connection field experience in combination

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans

• BlueChoice Advantage EPO

• BlueChoice Advantage PPO

• Dental Insurance

• CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)

• CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)

• CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)

• Vision Insurance

• EyeMed

• Employee Life Insurance

• Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost.

• Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance

• Disability Income Insurance

• Pension Plan

• Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.

• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan

• Direct Deposit

• Credit Union

• Holidays

• Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year

• Annual Leave

• Less than 5 years - 13 days

• 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days

• 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days

• 20 years or more- 26 days

• Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave.

• Disability Leave

• Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year

• Personal Leave Day, five per calendar year

• Leave Sharing

• Employee Assistance Program

• Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dependent Care Reimbursement

• Health Care Reimbursement

• Voluntary Benefits

• Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction

• Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider

• United Legal Benefits

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. Do not indicate "See Resume" in response to the supplemental questions. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Have you graduated from high school, vocational school, or possess a GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have four (4) or more years of experience as a journeyman plumber?

• Yes
• No

04

Please describe how you possess four (4 ) or more years of experience. Please include employers, positions held, duties performed and dates/length of employment. Do no indicate "See Resume".

05

Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?

• Yes
• No

06

Please indicate your driver's license number, the class of your license and the State where the license was acquired. This information is required in order to be considered for this position.

07

Preference will be given to someone with three (3) years of experience in water distribution or wastewater collection operations with one (1) year of cross connection field experience combination. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

08

In the box below, provide a DETAILED description of your specific experience, education, knowledge, and/or training that supports your response to the previous question. Include applicable employer(s), position(s) held, duties performed, and dates/length of employment. This information MUST be included in the work experience section of your application.

09

Do you have a master plumber's license in the State or ability to obtain the license within six months of hire?

• Yes
• No

10

If you have a Master Plumber's license indicate the License Number.

11

Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.

• Required Question