Water Meter Mechanic Helper

County of Kauai

About The Position

Assist in inspecting, adjusting, installing, removing, repairing, and testing a variety of water meters in a meter repair shop or in the field; and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and one (1) year of work experience in the repair, maintenance or installation of mechanical instruments or equipment.
Qualifying General Work Experience: Any work experience which may involve the basic skills: reading, writing, computation, and communication.
Tests: Applicants will be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. The examination will consist of a qualifying written examination. Please note exams are held ONLY on Kaua'i. We do NOT conduct testing in other jurisdictions. When attending the qualifying written exam, please be prompt. There will be no admittance if you are late. No spectators are allowed at testing site(s). The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 25, 2026.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (Hawaii type 3 or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Assists in the installation, inspection, maintenance, testing, replacement, and removal of all types of water meters and other recording devices
Assists in testing and calibrating compound and displacement type meters in the system according to American Water Works Association (AWWA) specifications
Assists in installing water meters, boxes, and lids, as required for new construction
Assists in testing meters in the field and on test bench in the shop
Assists in removing meters due to delinquent bills
Assists in sealing all types of water meters
Assists in reprogramming transponders as needed
Assists in troubleshooting meters using portable interrogators
Assists in installing or removing recording registers on meters
Assists in the maintenance of the meter shop and equipment
Receives, uncrates, and records new water meters, and prepares meters for initial tests
Complies with all Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and policies relating to occupational health and safety
May read water meters as needed
May assist other trades workers as needed
May perform minor mechanical repair and maintenance of fire hydrants, valves, and small mechanical equipment, tools and machines as needed
Performs other related duties as required.