Water Meter Technician

Position Information Working Title: Water Meter Technician I Department: Public Utilities Location: 432 Shea Drive, Chesapeake, VA Job Type: Full Time Reports To: Public Utilities Division Pay Grade: GE02 (Pay Basis Semi-Monthly) Salary: $35,528 – $52,848 annually (based on qualifications and experience) Work Schedule Monday‑Friday 6:00 am‑2:30 pm (Summer) Monday‑Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm (Winter) Occasional overtime required on Saturdays; some Saturdays mandatory. Employees may be required to work beyond scheduled hours in response to short‑term department needs and/or city‑wide emergencies. Key Responsibilities Read water meters on assigned routes and enter readings into a handheld computer. Walk all day with constant bending and kneeling; be able to walk over 10 miles per day in all weather. Visually read meters that may be flooded, muddy, scratched, or cloudy. Maintain accuracy in reading water meters. Lift meter box lids weighing up to 15 lbs and operate a city vehicle. Use municipal equipment such as a city vehicle, handheld computer, screwdriver/pry bar, pump, two‑way radio, sight tube, and small hand trowel. Respond to dog, bee, snake, spider, and other wildlife encounters. Use problem‑solving skills for unexpected incidents while reading meters. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED and at least one year of college education in accounting or a closely related field. Minimum of one month of related, full‑time equivalent experience. Valid driver's license with a driving record compliant with City Driving Standards. Physical fitness for walking over 10 miles per day, lifting up to 20 lbs repeatedly, and working in various outdoor conditions. Availability to work occasional overtime and respond to emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Experience with water meters and hand tools. Outstanding customer service skills. Safety & Testing This position is deemed safety‑sensitive. Applicants are required to undergo pre‑employment drug/alcohol testing after a conditional offer and may be subject to random testing. Testing includes marijuana; possession of a medical marijuana card does not exempt an applicant unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license or is a sworn law‑enforcement officer. Physical Demands & Working Conditions Overall Physical Strength Demands: Light – exerting up to 20 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequently; walking or standing to a significant degree. Standing: Frequently – from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting: Occasionally – up to 1/3 of the time. Walking: Continuously – 2/3 or more of the time. Lifting: Continuously – 2/3 or more of the time; lifting up to 20‑50 lbs. Carrying: Occasionally – up to 1/3 of the time; carrying up to 20 lbs. Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally – up to 1/3 of the time; up to 20 lbs. Fine Dexterity: Frequently – from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling, crouching, bending, and twisting: Frequently – from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing, balancing, walking, and using sight tubes: Rarely – less than 1 hour per week. Noise, vibration, and exposure to weather: Daily. Hazards: Mechanical (daily), extreme temperatures (seasonally), noise and vibration (daily). No chemical, electrical, fire, explosive, or communicable disease hazards. Work environment: Outdoors, city vehicle, and hand tools. Protective equipment required: safety shoes and vest. Benefits The City of Chesapeake offers a comprehensive benefits package. Please review the Benefits Brochure for full details. #J-18808-Ljbffr