Meter Technician

Under general supervision, reads all meters using established methods; assists with service work as requested; performs related duties as required.

• Responsible for maintaining gas and water meters. This includes but is not limited to: marking meters, trimming around meters, cleaning out meter jars, changing out broken lids, changing out broken meter jars, and any other maintenance of meters and meter jars as deemed necessary.
• Communicating and actively assisting in resolving any concerns or safety issues in regards to the maintenance of the meters and meter jars.
• Assists with changing out and programming water meters.
• Assists with installing and programming gas smart points.
• Assists with service work and obtaining re-reads for the department.
• Must fill out all necessary paperwork correctly and completely.
• Assists with water service cut-offs as needed.
• Cleans and maintains vehicle and tools.
• Assists other departments as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) - required.
• Driver’s License – required.
• Previous applicable experience – preferred.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of obtaining gas and water meter usage, water meter repair, and replacement.
• Thorough knowledge of the geography of the service area plus location of gas and water meters.
• Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety procedures, and ability to follow established safety standards.

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Physical ability to work for extended periods of time during all weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Ability to work hours during the day but may be expected to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and supervision.

Additional Information

Instructions are detailed and specific, covering all aspects of work.

Processes:
Work varies slightly and seldom required to take different, new, or unusual approaches in completing work.

Physical Requirements of the Job:
Must be able to reach, grip, grasp, use fine motor skills, stoop, bend, climb, stand or walk, regardless of the weather; requires being in high places, confined spaces, or using stairs or ladders; lifting objects (more than 50 pounds); required to operate a vehicle or other equipment, must deal with insects and pets. Work is performed outdoors.

Tools, Equipment and Vehicles Used:
Truck; cut-off wrench; pliers; shovel; post-hole digger; trimmer, paint, water pump; handheld device and/or other tools and equipment as applicable.

The City of Murray is an Equal Opportunity Employer