Commercial Meter Technician

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The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities is seeking a qualified Commercial Meter Technician. The Commercial Meter Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, inspecting, calibrating, and repairing commercial and industrial natural gas metering systems. This role ensures accurate measurement and safe operation of gas meters while complying with regulatory standards and company policies.

This position is considered Essential Personnel, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the City is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions and inclement weather.

• Performs the setting, removal and repair of gas and water meters.
• Performs the installation and maintenance of gas pressure and reducing regulator.
• Performs the installation and maintenance of the computerized gas correctors and programs.
• Performs testing of commercial gas and water meter for accuracy.
• Investigates various gas and water problems while meeting with the public.
• Performs designing and construction of meter sets, manifolds and other related gas piping and meters.
• Performs gas and water testing; calibrates accurately if needed.
• Performs sizing of water meters according to gallons per minute.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years in gas metering, field operations, or a related utility field
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

• Virginia Driver's License
• Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to possess DOT Operator Qualifications (OQ’s) or obtain within 90 days of hire
• See area of focus for further certifications required/preferred

• Prior commercial/industrial work experience experience
• Technical certification in metering, instrumentation, or gas utility operations

Knowledge (some combination of the following):

• Gas pressure regulators, flow computers, and meter proving systems
• Meter changeouts
• Relevant safety procedures and practices
• Leak detection for gas/water meters

Skills (some combination of the following):

• Operating hand/power tools and diagnostic equipment
• Communication and customer service skills