Field Technician I

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 12 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,200 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

"Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Field Tech I. Responsible for the accurate and timely reading and recording of water meters to facilitate customer billing; to identify water meter equipment problems; and to perform minor water meter and/or system maintenance.

Work Location and Schedule

This position will travel between service areas near Fort Myers, FL. Schedule is Monday through Friday. After-hour and weekend on-call support may be required. Must be available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required.

What You'll Do

• Maintainaccurate and up-to-date records.
• Documentcustomer interaction and Field Activities in CC&B.
• Actas liaison between the customers and customer service personnel for problem/complaint resolution.
• Respondto customer inquiries regarding meter reading schedule, billing, how meters are read and other customer service related matters.
• Provideon-site customer communication.
• Assistwith maintaining mechanical, electrical and piping systems for area water/wastewater facilities, collections and distribution systems.
• Constant, independent travel daily between worksites on Company time.
• Must work On-Call in rotation as scheduled; responds to emergency situations as required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform minor meter maintenance and repair duties
• May walk 5 - 10 miles per day over established route, reading between 200 and 1200 meters per day and records volume used by residential and commercial customers.
• Determineconsistency of meter readings; reports unusual cases of water usage to supervisor.
• Inspectmeters and connections for defects, damage and unauthorized connections; ensures meters are registering properly. Indicateirregularities on forms for necessary action by servicing department.
• Turnoff service for nonpayment of charges in vacant premises, or on for new occupants.
• Assistwith ordering parts and job costing.
• Assistwith the installation and disconnection of water meters and sewer services.
• Performother related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Requires at least 2 years of mechanical work experience

Education and Certification

• High school Diploma or GED
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Nice to Have

• Water meter reading experience preferred
• May be in process of obtaining Distribution and/or Collections Systems certificate or first-level plant operating license.

Physical and Technical Skills

• Ability to frequently perform moderate to heavy physical demands, including lifting (75 lbs.), walking (10+ miles daily), climbing and mechanical repair.
• Ability to read meters, charts and gauges and accurately maintain records of plant operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend written technical information and to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or analyze data.
• Ability to perform mathematical equations to determine chemical doses required for flow rates and proper treatment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers and regulatory agencies.
• Familiarity with computer applications MS Word, Excel and utilizing tablet and mobile device; ability to learn internal software programs Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Work Environment

• Company vehicle provided.
• Extreme physical demands, including lifting (75 lbs.), walking (10+ miles daily), climbing and mechanical repair. You will be expected to work in all weather conditions: rain, snow, extreme heat and cold, etc; you may encounter various potential hazards in the field

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.