Line Technician IV

Job Title: Line Technician IV

Department: Water Administration Department

Salary: 41,969

Full-time w/Benefits

Reports To: Water Admin Department Manager FLSA Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Date Revised: October 2026 Department: Water Administration

Position Summary

The purpose of the class is to complete assigned work orders in a timely manner. This class works according to some procedures but decides how or when to do things; work is reviewed regularly by supervisor.

Position Responsibilities – Essential Job Functions

• Cleans out meter boxes as needed; reports improperly installed or defective meters.

• Disconnects and locks meters for non-payment.

• Connects and disconnects meters as ordered.

• Change out stopped meters.

• Set meters for new accounts.

• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.

• Performs all work in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety.

• Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility.

• Prepares and submits detailed work records and reports.

• Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, completing forms, etc.

• Attends training, meetings, etc., as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations detailed in this job description are not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions and as requested as the discretion of management of the City.

Position Responsibilities – Additional Job Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned and requested.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training.

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

• Requires over three months and up to and including six months.

• Demonstrate:

– Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with ability to develop strong professional working relationships across all levels of the organization.

– Ability to speak compound sentences using normal grammar and word form.

– Ability to plan effectively, set priorities, make sound decisions, and to manage/complete multi-faceted projects in conjunction with normal activity.

– Superior organizational skills, strong quality orientation, and high attention to detail.

– Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and custom applications.

– Strong ethical standards, reliability, professionalism, positive attitude, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Beneficial Skills and Experience

Work Environment

To ensure the greatest possible protection for employees in the workplace, the City of Anderson requires cooperative efforts of all employees with help in establishing and maintaining a safe and healthful work environment.

The City of Anderson requires that PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) be used by employees whenever workplace hazards are discovered that could damage any part of the body. In addition, the City of Anderson requires all employees to wear PPE, such as but not limited to, safety glasses, face shields, safety shoes, hearing protection (ear plugs/ear muffs), gloves, etc. as required by their job duties. PPE is to be used as a tool to eliminate and/or reduce the hazards employees face in their daily job duties.

PPE is not to be used and will not be used as a substitute for safe work practices, machine guards, or other controls designed by equipment manufacturers or other engineering sources. PPE is to be used in conjunction with these controls to increase employee protection.

ADA Compliance

The City of Anderson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

ADA Guidelines

Physical Demands

Stand Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Walk Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Sit Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Handling Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Reach Outward Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Reach Above Shoulder Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Climb Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Crawl Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Squat or kneel Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Bend Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Lifting Requirements

10 pounds or less Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

11 to 20 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

21 to 50 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

51 to 100 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

> than 100 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Pushing and Pulling Requirements

12 pounds or less Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

13 to 25 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

26 to 40 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

41 to 100 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

> than 100 pounds Constantly Frequently Occasionally N/A

Definitions

N/A Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation

O Occasionally Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5 hrs/day)

F Frequently Occupation requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hrs/day)

C Constantly Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment nor does it alter your at-will employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

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