What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cross Connection Supervisor position at City of Cambridge, MA?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain the Department’s Cross Connection Plan:- Review and update the cross-connection plan documents
- Supervise cross connection education for customers
- Conduct Cross Connection Surveys according to Mass DEP regulations:
- Ensure all commercial locations are surveyed
- Conduct new location surveys
- Ensure all resurveys are conducted
- Manage and Supervise Backflow Device Testing:
- Ensure all devices are tested according to Mass DEP regulations
- Ensure all device retests are preformed within the required timeframe
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Issue Backflow Permits:
- Review and Approve backflow permits
- Inspect final backflow installations
- Ensure all new device installations are forwarded to the contract backflow test vendor for testing
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Manage Hydrant Meter Distribution:
- Issue hydrant meter permits using the on-line request system
- Process returned meters
- Inspect all hydrant meters in the field monthly
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Manage Fire Pump Testing:
- Coordinate fire pump tests using the on-line request system
- Coordinate fire pump test attendance May perform other related work as assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Mass DEP Backflow tester license
- Valid Mass DEP Cross Connection Surveyor license
- A valid Class D driver’s license
- Minimum One (1) year experience in Cross Connection and Backflow prevention, including inspection, testing, surveying.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft PCs and Microsoft Office applications including: Microsoft Word and Excel
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of CWD and the City of Cambridge permitting process
- Knowledge of Viewpoint and Smartsheet software Applications
- Use of mobile laptop/tablets using both Microsoft Office and Apple IOS platforms
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor office setting/ Outdoors in varying weather conditions conducting site visits including construction sites as well as industrial, commercial and residential facilities.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Independent Water Workers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement):
- Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
- Vacation and sick leave eligible
- Sick Incentive Pay eligible
- 3 Personal Days
- 14 Paid Holidays
Eligible for hourly stipends associated with Water Distribution licenses, Hoisting & Engineering licenses, and a Commercial Driver’s License
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Please upload the following documents to complete your application.
- Resume
ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE
The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve - one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@cambridgema.gov.
