Water Meter Maintenance Lead

City of West University Place•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Meter Maintenance Lead oversees the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of water meters and related equipment. This role will lead the meter maintenance program to ensure accurate meter performance, supports billing accuracy, and maintains compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership and organizational skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
3 years of increasingly responsible experience in water meter maintenance, utility operations or a related field
Valid Texas Driver's License
Water Distribution or Meter Technician Certification (State or Industry)
Experience with computerized management systems (CMMS) and/or billing software
Knowledge of local utility codes and regulations.
Applicable Federal, State, and City laws and regulations.
Leadership and team coordination
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Effective communication with staff, management, and customers
Ability work outdoors in varying weather conditions
climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
background check
drug screen
physical exam
reference check

Responsibilities

Lead water meter maintenance program, including daily work assignments, training, and performance feedback
Plan and coordinate meter installation, replacement, testing, calibration, and repair activities
Ensure accurate meter readings and support investigation of high-bill or consumption discrepancy issues
Inspect and troubleshoot meters, endpoints, valves, and related infrastructure
Maintain records of meter work, inventory, and service history using a computerized maintenance management system and/or billing systems.
Enforce safety procedures and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Coordinate with billing, customer service, and field operations teams to resolve service issues
Leads inventory control, and procurement of meters, parts, and tools. Assists with budgeting needs.
Respond to customer inquiries and field issues as needed.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.