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Meter TechnicianGovernment Jobs • Desoto, TX, US
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Meter Technician

Meter Technician

Government Jobs • Desoto, TX, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

  • We LOVE DeSoto
  • We lift up our community
  • We take ownership of our collective performance
  • We value and respect all employees
  • We empower employees to grow

Position purpose

The purpose of the position is to perform a variety of work which results in or contributes to the accuracy of utility water meters and the proper functioning of associated appurtenances such as registers, radios, meter cans and lids, etc. This is accomplished by installing, removing, calibrating, repairing and testing water meters; programming and troubleshooting remote metering equipment such as radios and electronic handheld units; turning water services on or off; and investigating customer complaints regarding their water meter. This work is performed under the general supervision of the Meter Services Coordinator.

Responsibilities

  • Fulfills daily work orders
  • Investigates and troubleshoots issues with Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters
  • Assists with the reading of water meters as needed
  • Schedules the replacement and testing of commercial meters by coordinating meter change out times with customers, preparing the sites for meter change outs, and enlisting contractor services as needed
  • Maintains an inventory of water meter parts and supplies; scheduling vendor deliveries or retrieves parts from vendor locations, when necessary

    • Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • A minimum of one year of experience in the installation, removal, calibration, repair and testing of water meters and in the programming and troubleshooting of AMI equipment
  • Knowledge of principles and practices related to water meter installation, calibration, reading, maintenance, repair, and testing
  • Knowledge of AMI systems, AMI meters and programming equipment
  • Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures
  • Ability to analyze and organize data, and prepare reports
  • Ability to operate personal computers, laptops and tablets and utilize common office software programs
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials

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