Posting expires: February 17, 2026
Salary range: $51,035.56 - $68,132.47
General Description
• Sustain project inspection files and records.
• Execute tedious backflow inspections also inspect device installs and test backflow prevention assemblies as needed.
• Troubleshoot and answer to complaints on backflow prevention devices within the City of Atlanta water distribution system.
• Examines locations for cross connections: verify backflow prevention devices on new building or changes when building plans are issued.
• Organizes 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 and required 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.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
This employee reviews new development construction plans for backflow installation and make changes when necessary; monitor compliance for new construction sites, new meter inspections and discuss backflow prevention compliance plans with contractors; write reports, monitor testing and notifying contractors for proper installation and compliance; monitor unauthorized use of fire hydrants for backflow protection; final inspection for domestic and fire service water lines and building customer occupancy. Communicate and interact with contractors and property owners.
Minimum Qualifications – 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 a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia
Preferred Education & Experience
• Related technical degree or Associate's degree preferred
• Five (5) to six (6) years of related experience
Licensures and Certifications
• State of Georgia Backflow Prevention Certification
• State of Georgia Water Distribution Certification
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
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.
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