Meter Technician (Seattle)

Conservice • Kent, WA

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About The Position

Conservice is a utility and billing management company serving the multifamily housing industry. Meter Technicians install, maintain, and repair Conservice submeters so utility usage can be accurately tracked and billed by unit or apartment. The role works in multifamily homes, apartment complexes, and retail areas, and includes maintaining communications systems, diagnosing technical issues, and supporting property staff and residents. The schedule is Monday through Friday in eight-hour shifts; Saturdays may be required based on workload. Approximately 25% travel is required. Training is provided and may last up to six weeks, with travel possibly required during training. Conservice provides a company vehicle, gas card, laptop, cell phone, and required hand tools.

Requirements

• Current, valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Able to use a Windows-based laptop, with basic experience in Excel and Gmail.
• Able and willing to travel approximately 25% of the time, based on business and project needs.
• Able to manage time and workload independently to meet deadlines.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative to investigate problems and resolve their underlying causes.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, climb and work from ladders up to 10 feet high, work in cramped spaces such as attics, and meet other physical demands.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using a variety of hand tools.
• Able to receive job supplies and equipment at a residence or company-paid storage unit.
• Must have a secure area in which to park a company vehicle.
• Must have access to high-speed internet for documentation and other uses.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and configure submeters and related communications systems in multifamily homes, apartment complexes, and retail areas.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of submeters and communications systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose submeter performance, connectivity, and data-transmission issues.
• Repair or replace faulty submeters.
• Calibrate and test submeters to ensure accurate water-consumption measurement.
• Climb ladders and work at heights to access submeters.
• Lift and move equipment and materials weighing 50 pounds or more during installation and maintenance.
• Collaborate with property owners, managers, and retail staff to address submetering questions, concerns, and complaints.
• Educate property staff, residents, and retail employees about water-submeter operation and functionality.
• Monitor and analyze consumption data to identify anomalies, leaks, or abnormal usage patterns.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, and maintenance, and update communications systems as required.
• Keep current with industry trends, advancements, and best practices in submetering technology.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures when working with water submeters.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, eligible on the first of the month following the 60th day of employment.
• Dental insurance, eligible on the first of the month following the 60th day of employment.
• Vision insurance, eligible on the first of the month following the 60th day of employment.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Company vehicle, gas card, laptop, cell phone, and required hand tools.
• All necessary training provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed