Water Utility QA Distribution Operator - Backflow Prevention

Water Utility Quality Assurance Distribution Operator - Backflow Prevention

The Water Utility QA Distribution Operator Backflow Prevention is responsible for a broad range of duties for maintaining backflow prevention compliance within the water distribution system.

• Will work to become a main resource in all areas related to Backflow Prevention, including inspection requirements and regulations.
• Conducts visual inspection of all backflow devices in the distribution system.
• Maintains a log of all devices utilizing Cityworks software.
• Prepares initial and follow up notifications to consumers to maintain backflow prevention compliance in the distribution system.
• Maintains a clean working environment at all tanks, booster stations, and office areas.
• Work includes removal of trash, sweeping and removal of any debris on the premises.
• Under direct supervision, operates and checks equipment, instruments, pumps, valves and related apparatus and facilities.
• Finds and corrects operating problems.
• May assist with flushing dead-end and unidirectional hydrants or blow offs to maintain acceptable chlorine residual and maintain a flushing log.

• Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED.
• A valid Ohio Drivers license with a safe driving record and a drug screening are required.

• Applicants familiar with maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, valves, gauges, backflow prev enters and regulators are preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office, GPS collection, blueprints and maps is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to have effective working relationships with fellow coworkers, public officials, the general public and regulatory agencies (OEPA) is preferred.
• This position will include physical labor, including working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• This position may require emergency call out response at all hours of the day and night including weekends and holidays.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:
Starting rate: $20.40 - $34.51/hr. based on experience Additional Premium:
Class I License: $1.50/hr class II License: $1.75/hr.

• Medical
• Dental
• Rx
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Gym Membership
• EAP 12 Paid Holidays Sick (4.6 hrs./pay)
• Vacation (3.1 hrs./pay)
• Personal Days (6/yr. from sick time)
• Overtime
• Compensation Time
• PERS 10% employee contribution with 14% employer contribution
• Deferred Compensation
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

An Equal Opportunity Employer M.F.H.V.

105 Main Street, Painesville, OH, 44077.

by September 7, 2026. Please reference job #2026-19.