Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Inspector

**Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Inspector**

**Department**:Environmental Standards, Water and WasteDepartment

**Designated Work Location**: 2230 Main St, N.E.W.P.C.C., On site

**Position Type**:Permanent

**Hours of Work**:8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

**Salary**: $2,546.42 - $3,103.22 bi-weekly as per the Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Inspector classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement

**Employee Group**:C.U.P.E.

**Posting No: 126288**

**Closing Date: September 22, 2025**

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

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Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

**Job Profile**

Under the general direction of the Compliance Reporting Branch Head, the Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Inspector performs field inspections of properties to identify potential cross connection and backflow situations, issues work orders to the owner/operator to correct cross connection or backflow conditions, and inspects premises containing cross connection and backflow control devices to ensure their proper installation and operation.

**As the**_**Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Inspector**_**you will**:

- Review drawings and/or inspect premises to identify potential cross connection and backflow conditions based on the AWWA Western Canada Section Cross Connection Control Manual and recommend the required corrective action to the owner/operator.
- Maintain and complete all necessary records and forms including updating of a computerized database and preparing written work orders and reports.
- Inspect premises to verify the satisfactory installation of cross connection control measures, ensuring that installed devices have undergone required testing, and monitor the work of licensed installers and testers.
- Promote the Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention Program by interpreting the by-law and regulations to involved parties (owners, designers, installers and testers).
- Maintain liaison with the City and Provincial Health and Plumbing inspectors.
- Deliver lectures regarding Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention at Red River Community College.
- Keep current with new techniques and equipment.
- Keep current with and comply with all applicable safety regulations. Know and understand all applicable safety policies and procedures. Promote safe work practices.
- Perform other related duties consistent with the position and work within policies and regulations established by the City/Department/ Division.

**Your education and qualifications include**:
1. High School Grade 12/G.E.D. or equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Must possess a Journeyman Plumber’s certificate valid in the Province of Manitoba.

3. Must have successfully completed an approved course in Cross Connection and Backflow Prevention and possess a valid certificate regarding same.

4. One year prior related work experience.

5. Demonstrated ability to read mechanical blueprints, specifications, and reports.

6. Experience in commercial and industrial mechanical work would be preferred.

7. Must possess a working knowledge of domestic plumbing.

8. Must possess a thorough knowledge of appropriate sections of the Water By-law, the Building By-law and the National Plumbing Code relevant to Cross Connection and Backflow prevention.

9. Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and deal tactfully and diplomatically with a wide range of customers, consultants and contractors under sometimes stressful conditions.

10. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

11. Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety policies and practices and the ability to work in a safe manner.

12. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with limited supervision.

13. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

14. Basic knowledge of computers, including word processing and spreadsheets, and the ability to learn how to use the Divisions' Work Management software.

15. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the or