Water-Meter Technician I

Essential Functions: Maintains, tests and repairs water meters ranging from " to 10" in the field and Meter Shop. Identifies water service line leaks to make the necessary repairs on the City side of the meter or communicates to the customer of leaks on the private side of meter. Installs and changes out water meters ranging from " to 2".Locates and raises buried meter boxes for Meter Reading to gain access. Replaces old meter boxes and lids. Turns water service on or off as requested by the customer or Water Meter Shop. Acquires current meter reads as requested by the customer, Water Metering or Customer Service. Responds to customer concerns such as high bills, taste and odor, proper chlorination or possible air in the water lines. Assists in the installation and repair of large diameter pressure reducing valves. Installs and monitors water sample station locations and records all data. Repairs water main breaks and service leaks on-call with Water Distribution. Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance.

Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency: High School Diploma or GED equivalent Must have or obtain a valid Class D Water Distribution License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 12 months of employment. Must have or obtain a valid Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License from TCEQ within 12 months of employment. ORAny combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Core Competencies: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to be a self-starter and work independently. Must be able to work with technology to complete work orders. Must be able to work effectively with minimal supervision. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences. Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision. Exhibit pride in self, the department, the City, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner. Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior. Build positive relationships and rapport with other team members within the work group, the division, the department, and other City employees. Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization. Analyze situations quickly and objectively recognizing established precedents and practices and use resourcefulness in meeting new problems. Knowledge of procedure involved in responding to water quality complaint calls. Knowledge of procedure involved in responding to positive bacteriological samples. Preferences: Prior plumbing or waterworks experienceTCEQ Class D Water Distribution LicenseTCEQ Customer Service Inspector (CSI) License Conditions of Employment: Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law).Must be able to obtain a Class "A" CDL with Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of hire. Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check. Must pass a physical examination. Must have or obtain and maintain a valid Class D Water Distribution License from TCEQ within 12 months of employment. Must have or obtain and maintain a valid Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License from TCEQ within 12 months of employment. Must be able to work overtime when requested and on-call as needed. Must respond to after-hours emergency calls. Must have good communication, reading and writing skills. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. Must be able to work in all kinds of weather conditions. Environmental Factors and Conditions/

Physical Requirements: Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday. Sedentary lifting no more than 10 pounds Light lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds Heavy lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds Very Heavy lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency. Codes for how often: Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never (