Meter Technician - Department of Public Works

The City of East Lansing occupies the ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.

The City of East Lansing occupies the ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.

East Lansing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City of East Lansing is committed to becoming a fully inclusive place to live, work, visit and do business. We believe an organization functions at its highest ability when a shared culture that promotes accepting, respecting, and valuing differences that include attributes such as age, income, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, sexual identity, ability, language, family circumstances and cultural backgrounds is fostered.

We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to equity, inclusion and reflects the community we serve.

Responsible for completing various assigned office and field activities assigned to the Meter Shop division which may include water meter installation, repair, maintenance, reading, calibration, and troubleshooting; coordinating assigned activities with contractors and other divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; and providing staff assistance to the Senior Meter Shop Technician and Operations Supervisor. May participate in the Department’s rotating on-call schedule.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases.
• Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% of salary) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
• $1,000 annual employer contribution to post-employment Health Care Savings Plan.
• 14 paid holidays and 25 days of paid time off.
• No-premium health coverage (or receive a $150 monthly buy-out if you have coverage from another source), with family dental and vision plan premiums fully covered by the City.
• Life insurance of 2x annual salary with optional supplemental coverage, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses.
• An Employee Assistance Program, offering free confidential counseling and support for employees and families.
• Qualify for “Public Service Loan Forgiveness” which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service!
• An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Public Works, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging and stimulating.

FLSA
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Non-exempt

Union Affiliation: Michigan Association of Public Employee, Non-Supervisory Unit (MAPE)

Equivalent to a high school diploma. Additional specialized training and/or experience in water distribution system operations, Meter Shop operations, and general plumbing preferred. Must be able to interact with the public on a daily basis in a positive and professional manner. Must also possess an unrestricted Michigan driver's license with an excellent driving record. Previous work experience should reflect a good attendance and timeliness record.

Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the job, an individual may be required to maintain physical condition necessary to stand and walk for long periods of time, with moderate to heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, bending and exposure to varying weather conditions, odors, fumes, and noise.

FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Download General Employment Application (PDF). The materials are in PDF form and may be filled out electronically and saved and e-mailed as an attachment to Human Resources. Or, the application may be printed out, completed and mailed to:

City of East Lansing:
Att:
Human Resources
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Email:

Category Full-Time Employment Status Open

Hours:

7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday
Salary: $18.2711/hour to a maximum of $25.4782/hour
Posted September 19, 2025 2:00 PM
Closing:
Open Until Filled