Utility Services Worker II

City of Arlington

Water Meter Srvcs South, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20.67–$25.84 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Calculators, Class D License, Communication Skills, Copying Machines, Customer Support/Service, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Document Scanners, Emergency Response, High School Diploma, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Office Equipment, On Call, PC Software, Past Due Accounts, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Sales Closing Skills, Telephone Skills, Truck Driver, Two Way Radio, Typing, Water Utility
LOCATION
Water Meter Srvcs South, TX
POSTED
6 days ago

SALARY

$20.67 - $25.84

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, completes daily work orders related to meter services including installation, termination, lockouts, repairs and resolving problems in the field.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Turn on water service for new customers, turn off service for closed or delinquent accounts including but not limited to:

  • Lock off for non-payment.

  • Lock off for "broken promise" accounts.

  • Reconnecting for resumed payment.

  • New accounts.

  • Closing accounts.

  • Meter readings for final billings in assigned territory.

  • Respond to emergency calls for assistance.

  • Investigate customer complaints including but not limited to:

  • No water, no reason investigations.

  • Low pressure tests based on customer complaints.

  • 2nd leak follow up 30 days after first maintenance crew's work.

  • Investigations within right of way for customers.

  • Replace defective meters and control valves, leaking gaskets, damaged boxes, and lids at the metering site.

  • Perform scheduled change-outs of aged or malfunctioning meters, 3/4" and 1.5" in size.

  • Inspects AMI and meter connections for defects, damage, and unauthorized connections.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist on large meter crew performing maintenance on meters sized 2.5" to 10".
  • Assist Meter Reading in facilitating safe access to metering sites by repairing reported defects and clearing impediments at the metering site.
  • Performs repairs and preventative services on all water and wastewater infrastructure including but not limited to:
  • Water services
  • AMI Infrastructure
  • Water services
  • Fire Hydrants
  • Valves
  • Manholes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Skill with organization and attention to detail.

  • Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.

  • Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.

  • Knowledge of Water Utilities operations; policies, procedures, ordinances.

  • Knowledge of specifications for all size meters and metering sites, metering functions and related terminology.

  • Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.

  • Ability to work within a set schedule.

  • Ability to work independently under general instructions.

  • Ability to work in confined spaces under extreme weather conditions.

  • Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment used in the trade.

  • Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.

  • Ability to understand and visualize combined metering scenarios.

  • Ability to respond on a scheduled on-call basis and to work extended periods of time under imposed emergency assignments.

  • Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.

  • Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.

  • Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.

  • Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately.

  • Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to carrying, data entry, dragging, driving, holding, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, seeing, sitting, sorting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting body, walking, and writing.

  • Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.

  • Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.

  • Ability to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to PC, calculator, two-way radio, jack hammer, and port-a-power winch.

  • Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 pounds.

  • Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.

  • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

  • Possession of Class C driver's license.

  • Possession of a Class D Water Distribution license.

  • Possession of or ability to obtain a Class I Wastewater Collection license within first year of employment.

  • Possession of or ability to obtain Class C Water Distribution Operator's License within 18 months.

  • High School Diploma/GED.

  • One year of mechanical experience

  • OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment Screenings Required:

  • Criminal background check

  • Motor Vehicle Review

  • Drug & Alcohol Screening

  • Human Performance Evaluation

  • Physical Health Examination

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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