Meter Technician

JOB SUMMARY 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. Our Core Values We LOVE DeSoto We lift up our community We take ownership of our collective performance We value and respect all employees We empower employees to grow ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conducts reading and re‑reading of meters by operating handheld reading 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 meters if needed, notifying customers of leaks, connecting and disconnecting meters, and downloading readings. Checks for addresses with zero consumption by testing meters, verifying readings, checking hoses, and changing meters, if required. Maintains meters and automated meter reading devices by replacing broken meters, repairing water leaks by meters, repairing or replacing broken meter parts, installing or repairing automated meter reading devices, and raising or lowering meter boxes. Monitors condition of meters and connections by inspecting them for defects, damage, or unauthorized connections, reporting unusual readings or illegal use to supervisor; and performing minor maintenance and repair such as cleaning dials, changing out meters, disconnecting meters, raising meters, or sealing meters; and Performs other assigned duties. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK High school diploma or equivalent; Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; Valid Driver’s License. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Specialized licenses may be required depending on department. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Position is subject to callback. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of City policies and procedures; Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the reading of meters; Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures; Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products; Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; and Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co‑workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials; Ability to alphabetize and numerically sequence materials; Ability to operate a motor vehicle; Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, including the human body. Tasks may require the following abilities: balancing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, repetitive motion, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, and hearing. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe workplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving. #J-18808-Ljbffr