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    Meter Technician - San Antonio, United States - San Antonio Water System

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    Salary :
    $43, $70,664.00 AnnuallyLocation : San Antonio, TX

    Job Type:
    Full Time

    Job Number:
    Department: Customer Service
    Opening Date: 05/17/2024
    Closing Date: 6/9/2024 11:59 PM CentralGrade 1- Starting hourly rate: $ Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

    Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Meter Technician installs, resets, removes, and tests water meters; responds to and diagnoses customer calls for leaks or no water on a daily basis; and maintains the water distribution infrastructure within and including the meter box while promoting and practicing a safe working environment.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAll SpecialtiesPerforms administrative duties to support field personnel activities by updating work orders and services requests in the computerized maintenance management system (INFOR) with findings, resource usage, and completion status.

    Creates follow-up work orders for other groups as necessary.
    Utilizes GIS (GeoCortex), block maps, and/or as-built drawings in performing daily assignments.
    Coordinates and prioritizes schedules, assignments, equipment, and materials to ensure completion of daily assignments and projects.

    Organizes, cleans and maintains vehicle, tools, equipment, and facilities used to test and repair meters, stocks vehicle with the necessary tools and supplies.

    Assists with the setup of work zone traffic control and promotes and practices a safe working environment.
    Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
    Corresponds regularly with supervisor via email to understand priorities and communicate items requiring immediate attention and external follow-up.
    Performs other duties as assigned.
    MetersRemoves defective meters, generally up to 3-inches in diameter; installs new meters; replaces/resets meter boxes.
    Repairs water service leaks within the meter box.

    Responds to reports of leaks, broken meters, no water complaints, and service line repairs; makes field inspections and diagnoses problems in response to customer inquiries; makes repairs when problems are SAWS' responsibility and advises customer of needed repairs when leaks are not SAWS' responsibility.

    Installs, activates, programs, reads, inspects, routes, tests, and replaces automated meter infrastructure equipment; programs and assigns water meters and communication devices to customer properties electronically.

    Organizes and maintains facility and/or vehicle parts inventories to ensure adequate tools and equipment required for testing, installation and repair of water meters and communication devices.

    Assists in testing meters in the Meter Shop and in the field.
    Operates a variety of hand tools and equipment in the removal, installation, adjustment, repair and servicing of meters.
    Reads residential, commercial and industrial meters, as required during repairs or meter sets.
    DECISION MAKINGWorks under general supervision.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or GED.Six (6) months' experience in any utility work, minor plumbing repairs and/or any construction trades.

    Basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
    General skill in the use of simple hand tools and battery-operated hand tools. Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
    Perform position specific physical testing.
    Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSClass "D" Texas Water Operator's LicenseBilingual in English/Spanish.
    Experience utilizing the INFOR (Hansen) computerized maintenance management system.
    JOB DIMENSIONSExercises extreme caution and understanding of safety policies and procedures.
    Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers.
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 55 pounds occasionally.

    Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.

    Working conditions are primarily outside, exposed to wet, humid, or extreme weather conditions; slippery, uneven surfaces; excessive noise; heavy traffic; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects and poisonous plants.

    Operates company vehicle on a daily basis.

    May be required to work hours other than regular daytime schedules such as weekends, holidays, nights, on-call, and in emergency response situations.

    San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits.

    The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

    From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS.


    Employee benefits include the following:
    Competitive, market-based salaries Performance-based incentives Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Prescription drug program Vision care plan Two retirement plans Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)


    Disability income Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal) Education assistance program Employee assistance program Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts Wellness programs On-Site Fitness Facilities Community service opportunitiesClick on the link for additional information regarding benefits: 01 *Which best describes your highest level of education? I do NOT have a High School Diploma/GED I have a High School Diploma or GED I have some college hours (less than 60 credits) I have an Associate's Degree or equivalent amount of credits (60 credits or more) I have a Bachelor's Degree I have a Master's Degree I have a Doctorate's Degree I have a Juris Doctorate 02 *If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.

    03 METER TECHNICIAN - How many months of experience do you have performing any utility work, minor plumbing repairs and/or any construction trades? No experience Less than 6 months of experience Between 6 and 18 months of experience More than 18 months of experience 04


    METER TECHNICIAN:
    Please describe your experience in the use of simple hand tools and battery-operated hand tools. If no experience, enter N/A. 05 METER TECHNICIAN
    • Describe your experience using INFOR (Hansen) or other computerized maintenance management systems.
    If no experience, enter N/A. 06 *Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have? Class C Class CDL
    • B Class CDL
    • B w/Tanker Class CDL
    • B w/Tanker Hazardous Material Class CDL
    • A Class CDL A w/Tanker Class CDL A w/Tanker Hazardous Material Class CDL A
    • Combination N and X I do not have a valid driver's license.
    I have a valid driver's license from another state.


    07 *Employee Referral:
    Were you referred for employment by a current SAWS employee? Specifically for the following positions: Distribution & Collection Operations
    • Meter Technician, Sr.
    Meter Technician, Utility Technician, Senior Utility Technician, and Equipment Operator, and Customer Service
    • Meter Technician and Senior Meter Technician, and Production & Treatment Operations
    • Apprentice Electrician, Journey Level Electrician, and Master Electrician.

    Yes No 08 *Employee Referral:

    If you answered "Yes to the question above, please provide the employee's full name, job title, and telephone number to allow the Human Resources department to verify the referral.

    Please enter the information for only one SAWS employee. If you were not referred, please enter N/A. 09 *Are you a current SAWS employee (part-time, full-time, intern, temporary, or contract)? Yes No Required Question

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