Water Meter Repairer I or II

This is skilled mechanical work involving repairing, testing, and installing water meters. Work includes a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the shop and field, including cleaning, repairing, maintaining, and testing water meters. Work is reviewed through efficient meter operations, general inspections, and consultation with a supervisor.

This position is for a Water Meter Repairer II however, it may be filled at the level of Water Meter Repairer I.

• Installs, removes, and relocates residential and commercial water meters; replaces broken boxes and damaged meters; repairs water meter registers; repairs meter leaks.
• Tests water meters; repairs service lines; cuts off water for delinquent accounts and plumbing repairs.
• Wires, installs and troubleshoots the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) System.
• Operates personal computers and electronic devices for daily duties.
• Assists in investigating water theft.
• Performs water meter and service line adjustments and relocations.
• Removes and repairs concrete.
• Assists in water pressure complaints.
• Assists in maintaining inventory in the Meter Shop.
• Installs and maintains PRV’s (Pressure Regulating Devices).
• Performs accuracy testing on commercial and residential water meters.
• Repairs leaks on meters and service lines.
• Checks on low and high-water pressure complaints, high bill complaints, and water leaks underground with an electronic leak locator.
• Disassembles water meters; cleans parts; inspects, refits; rebuilds registers and reassembles meters and backflow prevention devices.
• Performs maintenance mechanic duties, including machine work, welding, fabrication, and repairs to pumps, and various water system tools and equipment.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• Will be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department, including repairing water mains, services lines, backflow prev enters and fire hydrants..
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.

• Performs Acting Foreman duties for after hours work.

This posting reflects the essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for Water Meter Repairer II; however, applicants may view the complete job description for Water Meter Repairer I on the City of Lakeland's employment page.

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED
• Must have 2080 hours of experience in repairing and maintaining water meters.
• Must possess and maintain a Class "C" Water Distribution License.

• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain Class "A" CDL within six months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a Class "C" Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment.
• Required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical.
  • Pulmonary Function.
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s).

• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements (Tanker) as required by the employing department or be able to obtain said license within six months of employment.
• May be required to obtain a Backflow Preventer Testing Certification.
• Required to pass and maintain qualification for:
  • Respiratory Protection Physical.
  • Pulmonary Function.
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Fit Test(s).

• Practices, methods, tools, and equipment used to maintain, repair, and test water meters…