METER TECHNICIAN
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POSITION SUMMARY: This is an entry-level position involved in the maintenance and up-keep of water distribution, water meter and meter boxes. Assists in the preparation of reports and records, reading distribution water meters, flow testing, meter inventory control, bench stock and material supply: has daily contact with the public requiring tact and diplomacy, makes few decisions, mostly of simple nature. Assists work crews on occasion.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Assists in upload and download laptops for meter reading. Read water meters monthly, recheck meter readings and reading errors upon water billing clerk's request. Repairs meter boxes, leaks, flow tests, and performs annual meter calibrations and replaces water meters as needed. Maintains meter supply room and post, in an orderly fashion. Assists installing meters at new residential and commercial establishments, or upon a service tap completed by service crews. Turn on new customers and turn off customers daily, and turn off customers for nonpayment, mails bills, as requested by the Water and Wastewater clerk. Inventories water meters semi-annually and reports all meter replacements and charges. Reports, fixes and replaces all meter problems such as leaks, broken lids, missing meter caps, etc. During meter reading routes. Maintain vegetation around large meter boxes and vaults. On occasion works with a crew in the installation and repairs of distribution mains and services. Performs minor maintenance on vehicles, lawn mowers, pumps and small motors. Keeps tools organized and maintained for immediate operating conditions. Records man-hour expenditures and materials on work orders. Familiarization with the City of Schertz Code of Ordinance, subdivision codes, and water wastewater Department standards and specifications. Assists other City Departments as required. Good Housekeeping and organization of tools, vehicles and equipment. May be required to work on-call on a rotating basis. Performs other job-related duties as required.EDUCATION AND EXPIERENCE REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. One year experience preferred.CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Must have valid Texas driver's license, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.To view the full Job Description, click the attachment.Salary range listed, dependent on experience and qualifications.Job Post Closing Date: Oct 30, 2024Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; may be required to work on-call on a rotating basis.