Performs various technical and mechanical work functions associated with installation, repair and maintenance of water meters and related equipment. Installs, removes, repairs or replaces water meters, water cut off valves, water meter boxes and lids. Diagnoses and repairs water leaks, programs meters, and performs water flow and pressure tests.
Tests accuracy of meters to ensure compliance with established standards. Investigates and solves irregularities in meter readings and electronic readings. Installs & repairs remote reading equipment.
Maintains records of meter readings, meter numbers, work performed and related activities. Locates and raises covered meter boxes to grade and maintains areas adjacent to water meters.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition. Inspects, washes, and cleans equipment as needed. Cleans shop and work areas. Monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety. Reports faulty equipment as needed.
Assists in maintaining inventory of departmental meters, equipment, tools, supplies and materials. Conducts physical counts of meter inventories and maintains inventory records.
Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments. Operates and maintains various motor vehicles, backhoe, forklift, cutting torch, drill press, electronic meter/reading programmer, meter testing equipment, pipe locator, jackhammer, air compressor, post hole digger, shovel, axe, mechanic tools, plumbing tools, tapping machine, boring machine, pipe saw, and other types equipment. Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions. Locates and uncovers water meters and checks water pressure.