Water Meter Auditor | Field Services

Job Description

Job Description

Company :  Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations :  Joplin, MO, Joplin, MO, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Springfield, MO, Springfield, MO, Springfield, MO, Tulsa, OK, Tulsa, OK, Tulsa, OK, Tulsa, OK

Additional Locations :  Missouri and Oklahoma Statewide

Work Site :  On Site

Req ID :  216103

Position Overview

The Water Meter Auditor is responsible for inspecting, testing, and verifying water meters to ensure accurate measurement, proper installation, and compliance with utility standards. This role plays a key part in detecting discrepancies and preventing water loss. The Water Meter Auditor conducts field audits, prepares detailed reports, and collaborates with utility staff and customers to resolve issues, all while maintaining a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Compensation Data

Starting Rate : $20-$22 / hr

Overtime : Time and a half after 40hrs / wk, average work week 45 hours minimum

Hotel : Covered

Housing Stipend : $50 / daily if not staying in hotel and traveling out of state

Per Diem : $35 / daily if enrolled in lodging & working 6+ hours

Job Duties

• Inspect and verify water meters to ensure proper installation, accuracy, and compliance with utility standards.
• Conduct field audits by recording meter readings, serial numbers, and identifying any signs of tampering, leaks, or damage.
• Test and troubleshoot meters suspected of malfunctioning, recommending repairs, recalibrations, or replacements.
• Prepare detailed audit reports documenting discrepancies, anomalies, and usage patterns for utility departments.
• Collaborate with utility staff and customers to resolve meter-related issues and provide clear explanations of audit findings.
• Maintain safety and compliance by following field safety protocols and adhering to municipal and regulatory requirements.
• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency.
• Operate as one of a pair of technicians when required, demonstrating ability to collaborate work scheduling, hours, and work locations.
• Fulfill weekly production targets to meet client expectations and timelines.
• Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work.
• Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs).
• Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains and in all types of weather using a GPS, map, compass, or other methods.
• Recognize unacceptable safety risk conditions and hazards related to the work environment, federal standards, and client specifications.
• Review and / or correct data integrity errors within the GIS Database.
• Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety requirements in order to complete work safely.
• Perform light maintenance on utility infrastructure, utilizing hand tools.
• Collaborate with others (Project Managers, Supervisors, Coordinators, Technicians, and Administrators).
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of any vehicle and equipment assigned including regular inspections, maintenance checks, and prompt reporting of any issues to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• React safely and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor.
• Participate in employee and professional training events as assigned.
• Travel (100%) for on-site job duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

Qualifications

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits] :

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

Company Overview

Divisional Overview

​The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations :  If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at   Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type :  Permanent

Job Type :  Full Time

Travel Expectations : Up to 100%