Meter Technician

Incumbents in this position are responsible for participating in the installation and repair of water meters and services. This position is assigned to pay grade G14.

• Assists with large water meters, testing, repairs, and replacements as needed.
• Verifies line sizes and line splits.
• Install and program Automated Meter Reading (AMR) and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) devices in accordance with company procedures.
• Make repairs to service lines, meters, and related equipment.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and repair or replace meters and AMR/AMI Devices as required.
• Works independently and assists other technicians as directed.
• Provides accurate and detailed information entered into the work order system as requested.
• Operates and maintains an assigned truck safely and per CFPUA's SOP.
• Sets up and maintains a safe work zone per CFPUA's SOP.
• Performs rotating scheduled 24/7 emergency on-call work.
• Pulls and resets meters.
• Attends regular information and training meetings.
• Responds to water system emergencies.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of general work experience in a role using hand/power tools is required. Work experience as a meter technician, meter reader or plumber is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid State of North Carolina driver's license.

• Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers.

Minimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.