Backflow Inspector Apprentice

Under general supervision of the Utility Operations Supervisor, or designee, the Backflow Inspector Apprentice performs a variety of tasks in support of the utility function including backflow inspection, reviewing, and verifying plans and specifications for installation and maintenance of backflow devices; and compiling reports of annual testing by contractors as well as written notifications to businesses and homeowners for required testing of backflow devices.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position‑related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

• Reviews and evaluates specifications and drawings as needed.
• Attends and participates in public service meetings, including pre-construction meetings, and meetings with customers as needed.
• Conducts site inspections in order to assure commercial businesses are code compliant and their backflow devices are inspected and in working order.
• Compiles reports and databases for all inspections.
• Establishes and maintains working contact with customers and contractors; answers questions and provides information to the public, city staff, contractors, and customers.
• Prepares, reviews, and updates a variety of reports including daily inspection logs and code compliance files.
• Works closely with the construction engineering and building inspection divisions to assure inspection reports are completed.

• Travels to construction sites, meetings, conferences, and training.
• Appears in court and testifies as necessary on code enforcement violations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

• Knowledge of construction project management techniques.
• Knowledge of construction materials and supply plan specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of civil construction methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications.
• Skill in inspecting, reviewing, evaluating, and modifying construction plans.
• Skill in using measuring instruments, probes, and hand excavation tools.
• Skill in analyzing technical reports for compliance with material specifications.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.,
• Backflow Protection Assembly Tester (BPAT) license required within six months from entrying position.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test, criminal background check, and MVR check.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License.

• Work is performed in office and construction site environments.
• May be subject to walking over rough terrain, bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing ladders into trenches or upon heavy equipment when inspecting or monitoring franchise utility construction sites.
• May be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous materials and chemicals, heavy construction equipment, moving traffic, confined spaces, heights, air, and waterborne pathogens.

• This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources.