Cross-Connection Specialist

East Bay Municipal Utility District’s (EBMUD) Cross-Connection Specialists work in the office, shop, and field while coordinating site surveys, inspecting, testing, installing, and repairing backflow prevention devices and related metering and control equipment. They also perform related work as needed. Typical responsibilities include: • Locating, inspecting, and testing existing backflow prevention devices and water meters. • Repairing and installing backflow assemblies and meters. • Investigating to determine cross-connection hazards. • Advising consumers on EBMUD cross-connection control ordinances and regulations, requiring installation of backflow prevention where necessary. • Maintaining accurate service records. • Observing proper safety precautions and maintaining tools, supplies, equipment, and the work site in a safe condition. • Directing the work of lower-level employees on specific projects or maintenance procedures. • Investigating and responding to customer complaints regarding cross-connections and backflow prevention. • Ensuring compliance with EBMUD, state, and federal regulations for backflow prevention. The ideal candidate will have previous cross-connection and inspection experience; familiarity with utilities and recycled water operations; excellent customer service skills; a strong background in meter maintenance and testing practices; and the ability to work independently and effectively in the field with minimal supervision. The salary range is $8,980 per month increasing to $9,429, $9,900, and $10,395 after 12, 24, and 36 months, respectively. EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.1. Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND 2. Two years of experience reading and/or maintaining and repairing water meters which included some experience in the adjustment/installation of mechanical control devices. 3. Must possess and maintain a California approved certificate that demonstrates competency as a backflow prevention device tester. 4. Must possess both a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. 5. Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class. 6. Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and work overtime as needed. 7. May be required to be clean shaven as required to wear respiratory protection equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 4, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. 2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process. 3. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview tentatively scheduled for mid-May. 4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months. 5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months. 6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.

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