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Functional Title Field Meter Technician Recruitment Category Type Standard Functional Category Utility Services Grade UH.12 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Requisition Number 24-0177 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Level Staff Job Code N/A Job Description Summary Organization Name Meter Services Reports to Meter Section Manager Full or Part Time Full Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or Temporary Regular Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule Schedule Monday -Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Some Saturday work 8:00am-4:00pm
Overtime on some occasions. Work scheduled subject to change at any given notice.
Position Location Gaithersburg Overtime on some occasions. Work scheduled subject to change at any given notice.
Position Summary Information
General Summary The Field Meter Technicianperforms skilled mechanical work in field repairs, replacements, and testing of commercial and domestic water meters.
Essential Functions - Installs, tests, repairs, rebuilds, replaces, and maintains commercial and domestic water meters from various manufacturers.
- Performs some pipe work repairs, as needed to complete a meter job.
- Replaces worn and/or defective parts and reassembles meters.
- Investigates and reports unusual conditions to his/her supervisor.
- Tests meters at the job site for accuracy and inspects for leaks.
- Tests and repairs meters in the field and/or shop as needed.
- Contacts property owner/occupants and notifies them of repair schedule.
- Ensures safe environment in meter vaults through the use of atmospheric analyzers, fresh air blowers, and water pumps.
- Uses a variety of hand tools (some powered) in cramped, underground vaults, often under adverse environmental and physical conditions.
- Maintains crew vehicle in an inspection-ready status at all times.
- Maintains maintenance or repair records and completes work tickets daily.
- Ensures that the job site conforms with all safety rules and practices as established by OSHA, the State of Maryland, and WSSC Water.
- May read meters, as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Environment And Physical Demands - Ability to lift items that weigh as much as 100 pounds or more.
- Work in cramped and/or water filled underground vaults.
- Thorough knowledge of all commercial and domestic water meter components and procedures for assembly, disassembly, and repair.
- Thorough knowledge of AWWA and WSSC Water meter test standards and parameters for turbine, compound, positive displacement, fire, and detector check meters.
- Knowledge of and ability to use common hand and power tools.
- Ability to direct and instruct subordinates in semi-skilled tasks.
- Ability to lift items that weigh as much as 100 pounds and to work in cramped and/or water filled underground vaults.
- Ability to give and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to write legibly and to prepare work tickets.
- Ability to work effectively with employees and the general public.
- Ability to learn new concepts and skills as technology and procedures evolve.
- High School diploma (or equivalent)
- 2+ years meter-related experience
- Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
- Must possess or obtain a DOT Medical Card within 90 days of hire or transfer
- Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
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Salary $24.00 - $35.77 per hour Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
