Water Meter Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Start and/or grow your career as a Water Meter Technician with the City of Victoria!

The position assembles, repairs, and tests residential and commercial water meters. We are seeking an enthusiastic and career oriented individual to join our team. City of Victoria employees are passionate about the community they serve, and go beyond to deliver services in collaborative, inventive and practical ways. Apply today to be part of an inclusive working environment that enhances the livability of our community one day at a time.

This is a non-exempt position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs final flow, calibration, and pressure test on all meters; prepares and maintains reports and records on all work completed.

• Installs auto flush sites for chlorine residual monitoring and flush programs.

• Replaces defective water meters; replaces and maintain meter boxes and vaults; performs pressure and flow tests at meters in the system.

• Assists utility crews with repairing mains and services; assists contractors with valve operations of new and existing construction projects.

• Locates water, wastewater, storm drain, fiber optic, and City electrical lines.

• Maintains warehouse parts and supplies to fulfill department needs.

• Performs on call duties as assigned.

• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed outdoors and requires exposure to various weather conditions and potential chemical, traffic, and electrical hazards. May be required to traverse uneven surfaces and lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.

• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.

• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.

• Chemical and water analysis methods.

• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.

• Performing mathematic calculations.

• Reading and accurately interpreting work orders, meters, and water gauges.

• Maintaining and repairing service meters, motors, and pumps.

• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.

• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.

• Preparing clear and concise reports.

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess a Class B Commercial drivers license with Tanker Endorsement or obtain license within six (6) months of hire. Must obtain a Class D Water License within one (1) year of hire.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

Check out our great Wellness Programs!

Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.

01

Do you hold at least a valid Class B Commercial driver's license OR HIGHER with tanker endorsement?

• Yes

• No

02

Are you 18 or older?

• Yes

• No

03

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes

• No

04

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency City of Victoria

Address 702 N. Main Street - 700 Main Center

Suite 120

Victoria, Texas, 77901

Phone 361-485-3500