Cross Connection Control Technical Worker | Provo

The Cross Connection Control Program is responsible for protecting the city’s drinking water supply by preventing contamination from backflow events. The program ensures that proper backflow prevention assemblies are installed and maintained across businesses and residences to keep our water system safe.

Provo City is seeking a motivated individual who enjoys working independently and making a real impact to perform as a part-time Cross Connection Control Worker. In this role, you’ll have the flexibility to manage your schedule, gain valuable experience in the field, and contribute to a program that directly benefits public health.

This position involves public interaction, delivering compliance notices, conducting hazard assessments, and documenting findings to ensure that all cross connections are protected according to city requirements. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the Cross Connection Control Program services provided to Provo City residents, are encouraged to apply.
What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

Visit businesses to schedule and conduct backflow hazard assessments, determining required backflow prevention measures.

Deliver non-compliance notices to customers not meeting backflow prevention requirements.

Take photos of unprotected cross connections and document findings.

Update backflow preventer data and upload photos to the online backflow tracking system.

Set up appointments and manage your schedule efficiently, ensuring time is used effectively.

Communicate with the public, occasionally handling confrontational situations with professionalism and calmness.

What do I need to apply?

Comfortable interacting with the public and visiting various businesses.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Prepared to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Proficiency with basic computer software for updating records and uploading photos.

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Organizational skills and ability to take detailed, accurate notes while onsite.

Provo City will provide training for the following items if needed:

Ability to identify cross connection hazards and understand basic backflow prevention solutions.

Basic plumbing knowledge is preferred.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in backflow prevention fields (tester or administrator).

Familiarity with cross connection control programs and backflow testing is a plus.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

Apply Online: https://provo.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ProvoCityExternalCareerSite/details/Cross-Connection-Control-Technical-Worker--PT-_REQ-3299