Proof of education must be included with the City application. Possession of a Backflow Tester's Certificate as issued by the Orange County Health Care Agency or ability to obtain same within six months of employment. Possession of an American Water Works Association Cross-Connection Control Specialist 1 Certificate or ability to obtain same within six months of employment. Must be able to work flexible and extended hours to accommodate City needs.
Work is performed indoors in an office environment and outdoors when inspecting water related sites.
When work is performed outdoors, there may be exposure to the elements. When inspecting water related sites the incumbent may be exposed to construction hazards, equipment and materials to include grease, fumes, dust, machinery and chemicals used in the water industry to include chlorine, ozone and ammonia. The Water Quality Specialist drives a vehicle on City business. Indoor office work requires sitting at a desk or table for periods of time and the use of a computer and screen. With or without reasonable accommodation, the Water Quality Specialist must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.