Utility Meter Technician II - Department of Public Works

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

9d•$48,653 - $79,299•Onsite

About The Position

A Utility Meter Technician II in the Department of Public Works performs routine manual labor related to water distribution activities. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and receives close supervision from a technical superior. Employees work a conventional workweek, with overtime potentially required during emergencies, in a high-volume, production-oriented environment. Work is performed outdoors, with regular exposure to extreme weather, dust, dirt, dogs, and vermin, and possible exposure to irate or hostile citizens. The role involves working in confined spaces, prolonged walking and standing, and repetitive bending and stooping to loosen and lift water meter vaults.

Requirements

High school graduation from an accredited institution or a GED certificate.
One year of experience as a Utility Meter Technician I, or two years of relevant experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or equivalent, and eligibility to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit. Provisional licenses and learner permits are not accepted.
Knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment used to install, maintain, and repair water meters and associated equipment.
Knowledge of industry safety practices and procedures.
Basic computer skills for operating handheld and/or mobile devices.
Knowledge of meter reading, meter register dials, reading schedules and routes, metering equipment and Fixed Network components, and meter hardware functionality.
Ability to learn meter operation procedures, complete forms and reports, perform arithmetic computations, and follow directives and instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with consumers and others.
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive bending and stooping.
A copy of a valid driver's license must be uploaded with the application.

Responsibilities

Perform routine manual labor related to water distribution activities.
Use tools, materials, and equipment associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of water meters and related equipment.
Read meter schedules, routes, street maps, names, and addresses and locate addresses in an assigned geographic area.
Complete forms and reports and perform arithmetic computations.
Follow instructions and communicate professionally with consumers and others.