Meter Technician

Position Overview This position will remain open until filled. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Core Values L - We lift up our community O - We take ownership of our collective performance V - We value and respect all employees E - We empower employees to grow Job Purpose The purpose of this position is to read water meters to record consumption. This is accomplished by completing daily routes, reading meters, completing work orders, repairing meters and associated equipment, answering questions from customers, and maintaining meters and automated meter reading devices. Other duties include maintaining vehicles and tools, inspecting meters for water leaks, changing out meters, completing work orders, and assisting with water cutoffs and reconnects. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Conduct reading and re-reading of meters by operating handheld devices, exposing buried meters, accurately reading and recording usage, responding to requests to repeat readings, testing for leaks, explaining how to read meters, re-reading if needed, notifying customers of leaks, connecting and disconnecting meters, and downloading readings. Check for addresses with zero consumption by testing meters, verifying readings, checking hoses, and changing meters if required. Maintain meters and automated meter reading devices by replacing broken meters, repairing water leaks, repairing or replacing broken meter parts, installing or repairing AMI devices, and raising or lowering meter boxes. Monitor condition of meters and connections by inspecting for defects, damage, or unauthorized connections, reporting unusual readings or illegal use of water, and performing minor maintenance and repair such as cleaning dials, changing out meters, disconnecting meters, raising meters, or sealing meters. Perform other assigned duties. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. At least one (1) year of experience in installation, removal, calibration, repair, and testing of water meters and in programming and troubleshooting AMI equipment. Equivalent training, education, and/or experience. Valid Driver’s License. Supplemental Information Knowledge of principles and practices related to water meter installation, calibration, reading, maintenance, repair, and testing. Knowledge of AMI systems, AMI meters and programming equipment. Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures. Ability to analyze and organize data, and prepare reports. Ability to operate personal computers, laptops and tablets and use common office software programs. Effective verbal and written communication with co‑workers, the public, and officials. Employee Benefit Information Health Insurance – BCBS Dental Insurance – BCBS Vision Insurance – EyeMed Insight Flexible Spending – Payflex (pre‑tax dollars for medical expenses) Life Insurance – Dearborn National (policy of 3× annual salary up to $150,000) Voluntary Term Life – Dearborn National (low‑cost option for employees and dependents) Employee Assistance Program – Deer Oaks (counseling referral) Education Pay – monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PhD degrees Social Security – 7.65% employee contribution with matching city funds Texas Municipal Retirement System – 7% employee contribution with city match 2:1, five‑year vesting, 20‑year retirement eligibility Vacation – Non‑civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours/month (2 weeks/year). Police accrue 10 hours/month (3 weeks). Fire accrue 15 hours/month. Sick Leave – same accrual as vacation. Holidays – 13 paid holidays, including one floating day. Longevity Pay – $4 per month up to 25 years ($1,200 max). Worker’s Compensation – coverage for all employees. Fire/Police – eligible for Education/Certification pay. Deferred Compensation Plans – Mass Mutual/Empower payroll deduction (no city contribution). #J-18808-Ljbffr