Water Meter Technician

Leading the Way in Water Management Inframark's Operations and Maintenance team is an award-winning team that delivers cutting-edge water, wastewater, and public works services to municipalities, utility districts, and industries. We are dedicated to supporting our employees as well as protecting the environment and the communities we serve. Our dedication to sustainability and community impact drives us to ensure clean, safe water for future generations. We offer an attractive salary package, including a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and wellness plan. This position will require you to work outside in all weather conditions performing work related to the reading, installation, inspection, testing, and repair or replacement of water meters. Locates and reads residential/commercial utility meters on assigned routes within designated timeframes; drives a utility truck to conduct meter-reading activities. Replace water meters based on provided work orders and verify all numbers match on house, meter, mxu and work orders. records meter data by entering data into a computer meter reading device ; records data and confirms accuracy of readings; and downloads/uploads meter data between a portable device and a computer system for use in billing of accounts. Responds to service calls, customer inquiries, and complaints. · Services, repairs, installs, removes, and/or replaces meters and associated equipment. Tests meters for proper operations and accurate readings; checks water pressure; reports problems or faulty equipment to supervisor. Obtains water samples for mandatory testing; obtains samples for customers as requested. Assists in performing customer service functions as needed. · Inform supervisor of any customer service issues immediately. Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles and equipment in operable condition. Attend safety classes, reinforce, and comply with company safety policies. Work harmoniously with ESG employees and the public and comply with ESG policies. High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving meter reading, general maintenance work, customer service, or vehicle operation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Basic computer skills and knowledge required. Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time and enjoy working outdoors. Work outdoors through rough terrain and travel in inclement weather. All required safety standards shall be adhered to in order to mitigate risk from moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required. The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. To support a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background screening, drug testing, and driving record review where applicable. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Learn more about us at Operations and Maintenance - Inframark