Meter Repair Technician, Water

Overview

The purpose of this classification is to perform technical, skilled and semi-skilled work functions associated with the installation, repair and maintenance of water meters, automated meter reading equipment (AMR), and related equipment. Performs various technical and mechanical work functions associated with installation, repair and maintenance of water meters and related equipment, which may include installing/removing water meters, installing/replacing water cutoff valves, installing/replacing water meter boxes and lids, repairing meters and cutoff valves, repairing water leaks, programming meters.

• Performs water flow and pressure tests.
• Tests accuracy of meters to ensure compliance with established standards; investigates and solves irregularities in meter readings and electronic readings.
• Maintains records of meter readings, meter numbers, work performed and related activities; locates and raises covered meter boxes to grade; maintains areas adjacent to water meters.
• Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools associated with the installation, repair and maintenance of water meters and related systems, which may include a dump truck, backhoe, forklift, cutting torch, drill press, electronic meter/reading programmer, meter testing equipment, pipe locator, jackhammer, air compressor, post hole digger, shovel, axe, mechanic tools, plumbing tools, tapping machine, boomtruck, boring machine, pipe saw, etc.
• Operates a motor vehicle to conduct meter repair activities; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
• Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning shop and work areas, etc.; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of departmental meters, equipment, tools, supplies and materials; conducts physical counts of meter inventories as needed.
• Prepares, receives, reads and/or completes various forms, correspondence, reports, work orders, maps, blueprints, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, city departments, customers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, email, or other software.
• May be required to be on-call in the event of an emergency, work weekends, holidays, special events and over-time.

• High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by Vocational/Technical training in Mechanics, Meter Repair, or related field; supplemented by two (2) years previous experience or training involving maintenance, operation, installation, repair and/or testing of water meters/automated meter reading equipment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Must possess and maintain a GA Water Distribution System Operator certification or the ability to obtain within six months.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community; ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format; ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  High School Diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a GA Water Distribution System Operator certification within six months; must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.…