Description

Summary:

The Cross Connection Control Inspector will provide leadership, direction, technical assistance and be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the Cross Connection Control Program within the municipalities Aquatera serves. This role reports directly to the Manager, Distribution and Collection. The Cross Connection Control Inspector is accountable to work collaboratively with all departments and authorized outside agencies.

Job Duties:

The Cross Connection Control Inspector will:

Manage and maintain the Cross Connection Control Policy and Cross Connection Control Program
Manage and maintain a ‘Certified Backflow Prevention’ tester list
Create and manage all appropriate Aquatera internal safety documentation
Monitor, review tests, and perform hazard assessments/inspections of Aquatera’s cross connection and backflow assembly testing programs
Provide direction in specifying type of backflow prevention assembly required to meet applicable regulations
Conduct public awareness and information activities regarding the cross-connection program, including organizing and coordinating mailing lists for cross connection testing to owners of assemblies and following up to ensure compliance, including notification of non-compliance to property owners
Maintain records pertaining to the water quality sampling/testing and cross connection programs
Manage and maintains a computerized cross connection control program and database to track and inspect all existing backflow prevention assemblies within Aquatera’s distribution system
Report known or suspected incidences of potable water contamination by backflow or cross connection to Alberta Health Services and Alberta Environment and Parks
Collaborate and communicate with shareholders regarding control and enforcement of all applicable provincial legislation and municipal bylaws
Work collaboratively with surrounding municipal governments, plumbing associations, health officials, building associations, etc.
Have the ability to deal with people in a firm manner and to act with sound judgement under pressure
Will have the ability to work unsupervised and take action on an initiative within given guidelines
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

The incumbent:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Will hold a Cross Connection Control Inspector certificate or a combination of related experience and/or education.
Will have two years of experience performing a variety of the essential duties of the position or a related position is preferred
Will have the ability to analyze situations effectively and objectively and determine a course of action
Will use independent judgment to make decisions of a technical, management and/or administrative nature in support of ensuring corporate compliance
Has the ability to effectively coordinate, perform, and complete multiple duties and assignments concurrently and in a timely manner
Has the ability to effectively persuade, inform, educate, train, solicit information, motivate a wide variety of individuals or groups
Will be proficient in the use of computers including the full suite of Microsoft Office programs
Will possess strong commitment to safety in the workplace and Aquatera’s values
Will perform duties in alignment with Aquatera’s principles and values
Will possess strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with various work groups
Will possess a valid Alberta driver’s license (Class 5)