Water Utility Backflow Prevention Technician
Company: Lake County Department of Utilities
Location: Painesville
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Water Utility Backflow
Prevention Technician is responsible for a broad range of duties
for maintaining backflow prevention compliance within the water
distribution system. Essential Job Functions: 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. Minimum
Qualifications: Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED.
A valid Ohio Driver's license with a safe driving record and a drug
screening are required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Applicants
familiar with maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, valves,
gauges, backflow preventers 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 - $27.00/hr. based on experience Additional
Premium: Class I License: $1.50/hr. Class II License: $1.75/hr.
Fringe Benefits: 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. A drug screening
is required.
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