DWM Water Safety Compliance Inspector; OES
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Engineering
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer -
Trades / Skilled Labor
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Overview
Atlanta, GA, United States
Job DescriptionPosting expires:
February 17, 2026
Salary range: $51,035.56 - $68,132.47
Responsibilities- Sustain project inspection files and records.
- Execute tedious backflow inspections; also inspect device installs and test backflow prevention assemblies as needed.
- Troubleshoot and respond to complaints on backflow prevention devices within the City of Atlanta water distribution system.
- Examine locations for cross connections: verify backflow prevention devices on new buildings or changes when building plans are issued.
- Organize with contractors and inspectors to ensure backflow compliance in conjunction with water regulations.
- Write inspection reports and notify customers of backflow violations.
- Provide water customers with the proper documentation, maintaining installation standards and time frame for compliance.
- In order to better serve and protect our clients and to comply with Federal and State laws regarding safe drinking water, City of Atlanta Watershed finds it essential to control and remove possible cross connections in the water system. By the method of containment, individual service connections will be isolated from distribution lines by an approved backflow prevention device.
This employee reviews new development construction plans for backflow installation and makes changes when necessary; monitors compliance for new construction sites, new meter inspections and discusses backflow prevention compliance plans with contractors; writes reports, monitors testing and notifies contractors for proper installation and compliance; monitors unauthorized use of fire hydrants for backflow protection; final inspections for domestic and fire service water lines and building customer occupancy.
Communicate and interact with contractors and property owners.
– Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Three (3) years of experience in water distribution and backflow prevention
- State of Georgia Backflow Prevention Certification
- State of Georgia Water Distribution Certification
- Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia
- Related technical degree or Associate's degree preferred
- Five (5) to six (6) years of related experience
- State of Georgia Backflow Prevention Certification
- State of Georgia Water Distribution Certification
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Job Info- Job Identification 33529
- Job Category General
- Posting Date 02/03/2026, 05:56 PM
- Apply Before 02/17/2026, 10:00 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
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