CERTIFIED BACKFLOW TESTER - WATER

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CERTIFIED BACKFLOW TESTER - WATER

Salary

$41,870.40 Annually

Location

City of Crestview Public Services, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400168

Department

PUBLIC SERVICES

Division

WATER

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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The City is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or military status.

Description

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to maintain, repair, install, survey, and inspect all new and existing backflow devices within the City in accordance with regulatory requirements, and in compliance with regulatory agencies. Works under close supervision of the Water Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with supervisor in cross connection control tasks.
• Responds to and resolves inquiries on interruption of service.
• Maintains records concerning all tasks performed.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Install meters, meter boxes, service lines, etc. as required.
• Diagnose and repair water leaks as required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Training and Experience

• Must have High school diploma or GED
• (2) years of experience in the field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must have taken a State Approved backflow certification training course and passed both the written and skills test. This certification must be current. (if already obtain)
• Must be computer literate and possess a valid driver license.
• Must obtain Water Distribution Level III License within 24 months in position.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate specialized testing equipment and repair equipment and tools.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat to reach service meters and other devices as needed.
• Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work; must be able to walk or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Requires full range of body motion in manipulation of limbs and torso for working on scaffolding, climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.
• May be subject to a certain degree of danger or risk when working near high vehicle traffic areas.
• May be subject to insects, rodents.
  
  

We are delighted to present our comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, which includes an array of exciting offerings: health care, dental and vision plans, retirement options, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a generous allocation of holidays and paid time off.

Employee Benefits Overview

• Health, Life, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Health insurance is fully covered by the employer for employees, with optional 50% employer-paid dental and employee-paid vision coverage available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Flexible spending accounts are offered for your convenience.
• Retirement Plan: A pension-style plan is available, subject to specific terms.
• Supplemental Benefits: Employees are eligible for additional benefits such as life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and long-term care through Allstate and AFLAC.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO is earned monthly based on an accrual system.
• Holidays: Enjoy 13 city-paid holidays each year.
• Deferred Compensation: A 457b plan is available for deferred compensation.
  
  

For further details, please visit our candidate portal.

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Employer Crestview, City of (FL)

Address 198 North Wilson Street

Crestview, Florida, 32536

Website https://cityofcrestview.org/

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