JOB SUMMARY

Start and/or grow your career as a Water Meter Technician with the City of Victoria!
The position assembles, repairs, and tests residential and commercial water meters. We are seeking an enthusiastic and career oriented individual to join our team. City of Victoria employees are passionate about the community they serve, and go beyond to deliver services in collaborative, inventive and practical ways. Apply today to be part of an inclusive working environment that enhances the livability of our community one day at a time.
This is a non-exempt position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs final flow, calibration, and pressure test on all meters; prepares and maintains reports and records on all work completed.
• Installs auto flush sites for chlorine residual monitoring and flush programs.
• Replaces defective water meters; replaces and maintain meter boxes and vaults; performs pressure and flow tests at meters in the system.
• Assists utility crews with repairing mains and services; assists contractors with valve operations of new and existing construction projects.
• Locates water, wastewater, storm drain, fiber optic, and City electrical lines.
• Maintains warehouse parts and supplies to fulfill department needs.
• Performs on call duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed outdoors and requires exposure to various weather conditions and potential chemical, traffic, and electrical hazards. May be required to traverse uneven surfaces and lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
• Chemical and water analysis methods.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Performing mathematic calculations.
• Reading and accurately interpreting work orders, meters, and water gauges.
• Maintaining and repairing service meters, motors, and pumps.
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.