Meter Maintenance Technician jobs in Fort Collins, CO

Our Water Meter Technician II performs water meter installations, maintenance, and repairs of ¾” to 6” water meters. They also serve as a lead in the water meter shop and ensures all daily work is assigned and completed.

The salary range for our Water Meter Technician II is $25.47 to $33.03 per hour, with a hiring range of $25.47 to $28.75 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

This opportunity will be available until Monday, April 22, 2024 at 4:00pm.

A current resume is required.  Please upload any required certifications, including operator ID.

The City of Loveland is seeking a talented Water Meter Technician II who has a passion for serving our community. Meter Technicians have the opportunity to collaborate with many divisions across the city including water and wastewater treatments plants, water operations, parks department, police services, Loveland Fire Department and interact with and educate the public.

Our ideal candidate has a background that demonstrates experience installing, testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting water meters or similar plumbing skills such as repairing backflows, performing pressure testing or working on valves and distribution systems.  Our meter technicians serve the community and must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, attention to detail, exceptional customer service and communication. 

You’ll join a passionate and fun group who enjoy an exceptional work life balance and who support opportunities for growth.   

Management Level & Responsibilities:  This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Essential Functions 

• Assembles, maintains, tests, exchanges and repairs ¾” to 6” water meters.
• Monitors water meter inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• Serves a lead worker.
• Performs ¾” to 2” water taps. Performs 4” and 6” sewer taps.
• Operates meter test bench to verify accuracy of meters.
• Maintains precise records and information with respect to meter history and performance.
• Performs Inspections of water meter vaults, meter pits, service lines and sewer service installs/taps.
• Assigns work to all meter techs using a daily work order system (CIS) to complete service orders such as leak checks, pressure checks, turn off/on, meter tests, GPS, meter downloads, customer complaints and any other public relation needs.
• Upgrade existing water infrastructure to meet current standards.
• Interacts with developers, contractors, and engineering companies on water meter vaults/pit installations.
• Provides technical support to utility billing and meter reading.
• Assists with maintenance and repairs on large PRV’s.
• Assists with coordination of projects or problems of adjacent water districts.
• Assists water operations with water main breaks, service line repairs, jetting and sewer backups.
• Assists CCC specialist with surveys and backflow testing.
• Required after hours duty rotation after six months.

Other Job Functions 

• Provides feedback and information to supervisor for budget and special projects.
• Provides routine maintenance to assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Trains new employees on meter testing, CIS system, GIS system, and all other aspects related to the water meter shop.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

Required 

• Comprehensive knowledge of water meters, water and sewer taps and meter installations.
• Ability to test, disassemble, repair, and calibrate water meters of all sizes.
• Leadership skills and ability to assign tasks and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of design specifications and practical applications.
• Knowledge of State and City water metering acts/ordinances and trade association standards.
• Knowledge of pipeline construction specification and safety practices.
• General knowledge of water and wastewater systems, backflow prevention and cross connection control.
• Familiarity of City codes and development standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to demonstrate good customer service skills by filling out work orders with all required information and effectively deal with angry and emotional customers.
• Ability to make decision out in the field per industry standards.
• Knowledge of confined space entry procedures.

Preferred:   Ability to help budget and maintain a comprehensive inventory for parts and supplies. 

Licenses or Certifications 

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have a Colorado Class I Water Distribution Certificate.
• Must have a Cross Connection Control Certification recognized by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment or the ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.

Education:  High School / GED required 

Work Experience 

Directly Related:  Three (3) years of water meter experience or a combination of water meter, water/wastewater utility, and irrigation/backflow prevention experience.

Preferred: 

• • Confined Space training/certificate. 
  • Trenching and Excavating training/certificate.
  • Cross Connection Control Tester Certification. 

Level of Physical Effort:  Strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50 pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions. 

Hazards: Occasional hazards that are predictable or well protected against 

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home.  Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains.  The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene.  Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals.  Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.  The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Discounted recreation passes
• Employee recognition program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

A driving record and criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.