Meter Services Technician

City of Union City•Union City, GA

28d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

To support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the City. While performing any procedure, all associates and contract personnel must observe applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental rules and guidelines. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment is required. Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position. Adhere to appropriate City operating procedures, benefit rules, employment, and safety policies/practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Traverses assigned routes and takes readings of meter dials; records reading on meter card or inputs data into hand-held microcomputing device to provide needed information for utility billing or other related action. Ensures that proper, concise notes are taken on any unusual changes in consumption, location or malfunctions such as leaks or damaged meters. Rechecks readings as needed to determine abnormal consumption patterns and analyze possible causes for fluctuation or consumption. Maintains, cleans, and repairs assigned tools and equipment. Assists in the analysis and improvement of assigned routes. Drives city vehicle to and from job site and perform other incidental driving assignments. Ensures upkeep of City’s assigned vehicle reporting any issues and maintenance needs as they arise. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May assists in the maintenance and repair of meters; meter replacements; tests meters for accuracy. May assists in responding to work orders for utility disconnection's, reconnections, new orders, and other public works service requests, as assigned. Any other duties as assigned. JOB SCOPE Job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources adversely impacting unit performance. Incumbent operates independently but work is verified by supervision. COMMUNICATIONS/CUSTOMER CONTACT Contacts are across the entire City community and in a leadership capacity. Community contact is a critical component of success in developing good will and support of City programs and initiatives.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
Two years experience in maintenance, construction, or utility operations.
Working knowledge of data entry and basic arithmetic.
Ability to understand and work with a microcomputing device, several hand tools, calculator, portable or mobile radio, and basic computer skills.
Ability to perform and record arithmetic computations accurately and quickly.
Ability to accurately read and record data from various types of meter dials.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work in inclement weather.
Ability to work with angry or difficult customers and to deal with situations that are standardized and routine in nature.
Ability to work varied work hours and be available for callback duty if required.
Valid Georgia Driver’s License and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)
Computers and peripheral equipment
Designated software applications
Telephones, copiers and other office equipment

Responsibilities

Traverses assigned routes and takes readings of meter dials; records reading on meter card or inputs data into hand-held microcomputing device to provide needed information for utility billing or other related action.
Ensures that proper, concise notes are taken on any unusual changes in consumption, location or malfunctions such as leaks or damaged meters.
Rechecks readings as needed to determine abnormal consumption patterns and analyze possible causes for fluctuation or consumption.
Maintains, cleans, and repairs assigned tools and equipment.
Assists in the analysis and improvement of assigned routes.
Drives city vehicle to and from job site and perform other incidental driving assignments.
Ensures upkeep of City’s assigned vehicle reporting any issues and maintenance needs as they arise.
May assists in the maintenance and repair of meters; meter replacements; tests meters for accuracy.
May assists in responding to work orders for utility disconnection's, reconnections, new orders, and other public works service requests, as assigned.
Any other duties as assigned.