Meter Technician

Overview

City of Forney is seeking a Meter Technician to join our team. In this entry-level role, you\'ll be performing maintenance, operations, and field work involved in water distribution, water meters, and recording water consumption for utility service customers.

Notes : Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application, and resumes may be attached to the application; however, they will NOT be accepted in place of the completed official application form.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Accurately reads water meters on assigned routes, normally at curb and alley locations; accurately records readings on a handheld data device; makes necessary calculations.
• Checks to determine conditions of water meters, reports visible meter defects, leaks, and related problems in the form of a trouble code or service order.
• Checks meters that should be off and ensures service for new accounts; reports any illegal use of water; completes meter disconnects and reconnects as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of geography, street locations, and meter locations within the City.
• Performs installation, maintenance and repairs on water meters, water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems as directed by supervisor.
• Coordinates with utility crews, contractors, and city inspectors, as necessary, for utility projects.
• Interacts courteously and professionally with utility customers and public in the performance of job duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Supervision Exercised : No direct supervision exercised; may exercise occasional administrative and functional supervision for specified activities.

Special Requirements : Obtain a TCEQ Class D Water license within one year of hire.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

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