Meter Technician I

Hernando County, Florida BOCC•Brooksville, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meter Technician I performs semi-skilled field labor to maintain, repair, and replace residential and commercial water meters and meter boxes, including meters ranging from 5/8 inch through 2 inches. The position works closely with the Asset Management team to verify meter locations and support mapping. Work includes completing daily work orders using a tablet or other device and asset management or work-order software, maintaining vehicle stock, and interacting professionally with the public, contractors, vendors, and coworkers. Other related duties may be assigned, including work in other functional areas as needed. County employees must report during a state of emergency and may be recalled around the clock for emergency response operations, potentially performing duties outside this job description. Employees may request an exemption, subject to review and approval. Candidates selected must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. Hernando County BOCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace; employees are subject to drug testing under applicable federal and Florida law.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).
One year of experience in Hernando County utility field work or a related field is preferred.
A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License, or obtain one within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida, and be insurable by the current insurance carrier. A valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
Have, or be able to obtain within three months of employment, FEMA NIMS certifications IS-100.c, IS-200.b, and IS-700.b.
Knowledge of water meter types, operation, testing and repair methods; asset management, Microsoft and GIS computer applications; work record-keeping practices; maps, utility as-builts and blueprints; landscaping restoration techniques; and safe utility operating practices.
Ability to inspect, test, troubleshoot, replace, and repair residential and commercial water meters; determine materials needed; use hand and power tools; perform field labor safely; work independently using good judgment; follow verbal and written instructions; communicate clearly; complete records and reports accurately; and interact professionally and courteously.
Skill in assessing meter problems and taking corrective action, safely and efficiently operating hand and power tools, and safely and competently operating a county-issued vehicle.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, during emergencies, or when assigned standby duty.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, climbing, crawling, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching, using hands, and repetitive motion. The position requires exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in Hernando County utility field work or a related field.

Responsibilities

Repair, maintain, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and replace residential and commercial water meters sized 5/8 inch through 2 inches.
Maintain meter boxes by locating them, clearing debris, and replacing damaged or missing lids or entire boxes.
Complete assigned daily work orders using a tablet or other device and asset management or work-order software.
Locate and mark county water meter boxes and report their locations to the Asset Management team for mapping.
Identify potential problems with meters, meter boxes, or service and take appropriate corrective action.
Perform manual labor safely and efficiently in a field environment.
Maintain adequate material stock on the assigned vehicle so new connections and repairs can be completed efficiently.
Interact effectively and professionally with the general public, contractors, and vendors.
Assist with periodic meter inventory counts as needed.
Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and adherence to the schedule of availability.
Report for work during state emergencies and be subject to around-the-clock recall for emergency response operations, unless an exemption is approved.
Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management personnel.