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Galveston, Texas, United States · On-site
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Galveston, Texas, United States · On-site
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United States · On-site
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The Meter Service Technician is responsible for the installation, repair, and reading of water meters and related infrastructure throughout the city. They also handle delinquent shut-offs, fire hydrant repairs, and respond to customer service requests.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in water meter operations. A valid Texas Driver's License is required, and the ability to obtain a TQEQ distribution license within one year is mandatory.
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Meter Service Technician is responsible for efficient and accurate repairs of water leaks, delinquent shut-offs, water meter installations and removals, water meter box installations and removals, curb stop repairs, and fire hydrant repairs and replacements throughout the City.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Reads and records consumption of residential and commercial water meters with mobile and hand-held reading devices and manual reads; verifies that readings are within parameters and troubleshoots problems to meters and reading equipment.
· Installs, repairs and inspects water meters, meter pits and meter reading equipment, valves, pressure regulators and flow testing meters.
· Responds to customer service requests, not limited to: connections, disconnects, rereading meters, checking for leaks and may be required to respond to emergency callouts or assist the operation crews with system repairs.
· Posts notices at physical locations regarding billing and customer information.
· Ensures proper inventory of meter-related equipment and parts; orders supplies as required.
· Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
· Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
· City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
· Meter service rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures including water conservation and identifying sources of high water use.
· Basic mathematics with focus on water flow and metering.
· Safe work methods and safety regulations while performing maintenance work.
· Record keeping practices of work performed.
· Principles and practices of effective customer service.
· Business and personal computers; and spreadsheet software applications.
· Identifying and resolving operational, technical, and procedural problems and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
· Preparing clear and concise written reports.
· Safely operating and assortment of measurement tools and equipment.
· Safely driving a variety of light duty vehicles.
· Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and troubleshooting metering equipment.
· Providing efficient customer service.
· Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
· Explaining City policies and procedures.
· Performing basic mathematic calculations with extreme accuracy.
· Multi-tasking.
· Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
· Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
High School diploma or equivalent; AND one year of experience in water meter operations is required. A valid Texas Driver’s License is required. Must be able to obtain a TQEQ distribution license with a year from start date.
· Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License.
Work is performed both in an indoor or outdoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm and hazardous chemicals. May be required to climb ladders. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services.
Galveston is the ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.
Galveston is a coastal resort city on Galveston Island and Pelican Island in Texas. The community of 209.3 square miles, with an estimated population of 50,180, is the county seat and second-largest municipality of Galveston County. An island community rich in history, and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Once known as the “Wall Street of the Southwest”, Galveston Island has an Old World charm and hospitality that tantalizes the senses and assures you of a long-lasting and pleasant memory.
Offices: 823 Rosenberg, Galveston, Texas 77550, US
Galveston is the ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.
Galveston is a coastal resort city on Galveston Island and Pelican Island in Texas. The community of 209.3 square miles, with an estimated population of 50,180, is the county seat and second-largest municipality of Galveston County. An island community rich in history, and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Once known as the “Wall Street of the Southwest”, Galveston Island has an Old World charm and hospitality that tantalizes the senses and assures you of a long-lasting and pleasant memory.
Offices: 823 Rosenberg, Galveston, Texas 77550, US
