AMI Technician

Job Title

AMI Technician I

The purpose of this job is to perform manual functions associated with installation, repairs and maintenance of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) water meters and other AMI infrastructure components. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: participating in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of all AMI infrastructure components; responding to complaints concerning water leaks, low pressure, and high bills;

operating and maintaining equipment; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent with one year of experience involving water meter installation and repair, or mechanical experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. A valid driver's license is required. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License within 6 months of hire.

Must obtain Confined Space Entry Certification within 6 months of hire. One (1) year of experience involving AMI water meter installation and repair preferred.

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Participates in the repairs, maintenance and installation of commercial and residential AMI water meters, including ¾" through 8" meters, collectors and all other AMI infrastructure components. Plugs/pulls meters to connect/disconnect water service as appropriate. Replaces meter boxes and lids and AMI antennas, transmitters and data collectors, changes cut-off valves;

replaces meter couplings; raises, tests and relocates meters. Installs concrete vaults; finishes concrete and backfills around vaults; landscapes areas; lays brick; replaces asphalt. Tests meters of various sizes for accuracy using specialized test equipment. Operates and maintains AMI meter testing software and equipment inclusive of radio electronics diagnostics trouble shooting and repairs to ensure reading accuracy. Operates equipment such as a utility truck and or dump truck in order to pull excavator, forklift, front-end loader, jackhammer, air compressor, gas-powered pump;

assures preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Responds to complaints regarding water pressure, high bills, water leaks, and other related problems, determines responsibility for leaks. Re-reads meters as directed or requested by customers to ensure accuracy. Verifies metered water service as required. Gathers materials and supplies used in daily activities. Advises customers of water business policies, operating procedures, and charges.

Reports illegal meter tampering. Responds to emergency service calls as required. Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals. Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate. Reads and interprets blueprints, maps and plats. Assumes the duties of the AMI Tech II in his/her absence.

Operate data collecting hardware, software, and laptop/tablet/smartphone in field to analyze and communicate data. Participates in the troubleshooting of AMI system issues, i.e. track and problem solve issues between the meter interface unit and it's connectivity to the fixed radio frequency network. Performs other duties assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a backhoe, dump truck, forklift, front-end loader, boom crane, packer, jackhammer, air compressor, gas-powered pump, tapping machine, pipe saw, pipe horn, two-way radio, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion.

Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of heavy work.