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Job Description
Grade 17: Starting Hourly Rate: $23.40. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Backflow Prevention Inspector is responsible for protecting the potable and non-potable water supply and on-site plumbing of customers by inspecting the installation of backflow assemblies, performing cross connection control testing, conducting water use surveys, and dyetesting operations. Maintains compliance with the National Plumbing Code, Texas Administrative Code and the American Water WorksAssociation rules.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Investigates customerwater usage and performs water use surveys, cross connection testing, and dye testing operations to validate the requirement for backflow prevention assemblies and cross connection controls.
- Inspectsbackflow assembly installation ensuring it meets applicable plumbing codes and rules.
- Monitors and investigates the maintenance and replacement requirements of backflow prevention assemblies through customer service visits and annual inspections.
- Conducts meetings and site surveys with contractors, consultants, developers, owners, and staff to resolve potential cross-connection issues.
- Creates and maintains customer information files including equipment and inspection data.
- Reads, reviews, and interprets construction plans, blueprints, as-built drawings, and block maps.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- The Backflow Inspector works under general supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma or GED.
- Four years’ progressive experience in a water utility or related agency in any of the following or closely related areas:
- Operating or maintaining a public drinking water system.
- Installing or repairing residential, commercial, or industrial drinking water treatment equipment.
- Installing or repairing lawn irrigation systems.
- Installing or servicing fire suppression sprinkler systems and lines.
- TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT) License and a TCEQ Customer Service Inspector (CSI) License or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
- Valid Class “C” Texas Driver's License.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, contractors, engineering consultants, and governmental agencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Skill in the use of word processing, office suite software, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
PHYSICALDEMANDSANDWORKINGCONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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