What are the responsibilities and job description for the METER TECHNICIAN l position at City of Thornton?
This full-time contract position is a part of our Meter Shop and will be specifically working on the Meter Change Out Program. The individual in this position will be driving around the City to preselected accounts where they will be changing out water meters and/or registers and meter reading endpoints. This will involve working in all-weather conditions using various hand tools and having to bend over to complete these tasks. This individual needs to be able to work with a tablet and carry a city cell phone. If interested, the City will provide training to obtain a CDL drivers license.
Under specified supervision, performs routine, semi-skilled and skilled work in installation, inspection, repairs, maintains water meters and the maintenance and repair of water distribution system.
Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled internally by advancement from level I to level II, and when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.
Meter Technician I:
Under immediate supervision, this is the entry-level class in the Meter Technician series. Incumbents are not required to have directly related work experience. Work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Instruction or changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as required.
Meter Technician II:
Under general supervision, this is the journey-level class in the Meter Technician series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties to work with considerable independence and initiative.
Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled internally by advancement from level I to level II, and when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.
Meter Technician I:
Under immediate supervision, this is the entry-level class in the Meter Technician series. Incumbents are not required to have directly related work experience. Work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Instruction or changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as required.
Meter Technician II:
Under general supervision, this is the journey-level class in the Meter Technician series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties to work with considerable independence and initiative.
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Operates and controls the processing of meter reading data to the Customer Information System for billing and revenue generation.
Monitors reports for meter reading and service request functions.
Develops and retrieves database information for use in customer service activities.
Inspects, installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces water meters, meter setters, meter pit domes and automated meter reading (AMR) components.
Performs field service duties such as turn-on/off, pressure inspections, leak check or high consumption check.
Tests water meters and automated meter reading (AMR) components for accuracy and performance.
Assembles, installs, calibrates, maintains, repairs, replaces and or removes water meters for commercial and residential accounts.
Responds to customer service requests by answering questions, providing information, resolving complaints.
Maintains records of water meters meter pit locations, confined spaces, etc.
Directs traffic at work sites. Performs flagging, controls traffic and related safety functions at job sites. Interprets basic street map and blue prints.
While on-call, may perform water and wastewater pipeline maintenance, preventative maintenance at lift stations, water tanks, and pump stations.
Operates vehicles used in construction and maintenance such as dump truck and snowplows.
Operates air compressor and pneumatic air tools, bush cutters, jackhammers, and pressure washers. Perform minor, routine maintenance and inspections on equipment. May perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment; run tests; participates in the installation of equipment, performs field inspections.
Paint and inspects valve, valve caps, fire hydrants, meter pits and other water appurtenances.
Provides customer service as needed and reports problems to supervisor.
May be required to be on 24-hour on-call status for snow removal and other emergencies.
May be required to operate front-end loader for the purpose of loading materials into a dump truck.
May be required to operate a forklift for unloading of transport trailer loads of water meters and other equipment.
May be required to work overtime.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Operates and controls the processing of meter reading data to the Customer Information System for billing and revenue generation.
Monitors reports for meter reading and service request functions.
Develops and retrieves database information for use in customer service activities.
Inspects, installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces water meters, meter setters, meter pit domes and automated meter reading (AMR) components.
Performs field service duties such as turn-on/off, pressure inspections, leak check or high consumption check.
Tests water meters and automated meter reading (AMR) components for accuracy and performance.
Assembles, installs, calibrates, maintains, repairs, replaces and or removes water meters for commercial and residential accounts.
Responds to customer service requests by answering questions, providing information, resolving complaints.
Maintains records of water meters meter pit locations, confined spaces, etc.
Directs traffic at work sites. Performs flagging, controls traffic and related safety functions at job sites. Interprets basic street map and blue prints.
While on-call, may perform water and wastewater pipeline maintenance, preventative maintenance at lift stations, water tanks, and pump stations.
Operates vehicles used in construction and maintenance such as dump truck and snowplows.
Operates air compressor and pneumatic air tools, bush cutters, jackhammers, and pressure washers. Perform minor, routine maintenance and inspections on equipment. May perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment; run tests; participates in the installation of equipment, performs field inspections.
Paint and inspects valve, valve caps, fire hydrants, meter pits and other water appurtenances.
Provides customer service as needed and reports problems to supervisor.
May be required to be on 24-hour on-call status for snow removal and other emergencies.
May be required to operate front-end loader for the purpose of loading materials into a dump truck.
May be required to operate a forklift for unloading of transport trailer loads of water meters and other equipment.
May be required to work overtime.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Meter Technician I:
High School diploma or GED.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class "B" CDL following the completion of no more than 120 hours of training provided by the City for the Streets Division; 6 months for all other division in the Infrastructure Department.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Meter Technician I:
Knowledge of laws and safety as it relates to vehicle operations, general construction tools and equipment.
Skill in operating all assigned equipment, machinery, tools or equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
Ability to successfully complete all medical and fit testing as required for the use of personal protective respiratory equipment.
Ability to follow instructions given verbally or in writing.
Ability to consistently follow safety instructions.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, other agencies, and the general public.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Position requires hearing, talking, sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more on a repetitive and daily basis is also required. The incumbent may use materials and chemicals that may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants as well as work in confined spaces and discharge refuse loads at a landfill. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and often work with constant interruptions. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, vibration and street/road traffic. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.
Meter Technician I:
High School diploma or GED.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class "B" CDL following the completion of no more than 120 hours of training provided by the City for the Streets Division; 6 months for all other division in the Infrastructure Department.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Meter Technician I:
Knowledge of laws and safety as it relates to vehicle operations, general construction tools and equipment.
Skill in operating all assigned equipment, machinery, tools or equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
Ability to successfully complete all medical and fit testing as required for the use of personal protective respiratory equipment.
Ability to follow instructions given verbally or in writing.
Ability to consistently follow safety instructions.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, other agencies, and the general public.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Position requires hearing, talking, sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more on a repetitive and daily basis is also required. The incumbent may use materials and chemicals that may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants as well as work in confined spaces and discharge refuse loads at a landfill. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and often work with constant interruptions. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, vibration and street/road traffic. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
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