Water Meter Technician

Sparus Holdings•Newbern, TN

1d•$26 - $28

About The Position

Allegiant Utility Services is a utility service organization that provides meter installation, testing, and sales to rural electric cooperatives, municipalities, and other businesses. The Water Meter Technician removes old water meters and registers and installs replacements, completing meter exchanges according to specified procedures and through a work order system. The technician manages new and old meter inventory, works with utility personnel and consumers, and responsibly uses a company truck. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed. This is a full-time position working Monday through Thursday on first shift, with 10-hour days. The role requires travel and overnight stays as part of the work schedule; the posting states that the employee must be willing to travel and stay overnight four to five weeks of their work schedule. On-the-job training and supervision are provided before the employee works independently. Compensation is $26.00–$28.00 per hour, paid weekly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Water meter and register exchange experience.
Complete a background check and drug screening.
Valid driver's license.
Firm understanding of mechanical and water meter principles.
Computer skills, including ability to operate a PC, mobile handheld applications, email, and navigation systems.
Professional manner and strong communication skills to communicate effectively with the public, utility personnel, and internal teams.
Willingness and ability to travel and stay overnight as part of the work schedule.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally sit and reach with hands and arms; constantly stand, walk, and use hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.