About the Department

Under basic supervision, the Water Meter Technician assembles, repairs, and tests residential and commercial water meters.

Position Duties

Performs final flow, calibration, and pressure test on all meters; prepares and maintains reports and records on all work completed.
Installs auto flush sites for chlorine residual monitoring and flush programs.
Replaces defective water meters; replaces and maintain meter boxes and vaults; performs pressure and flow tests at meters in the system.
Assists utility crews with repairing mains and services; assists contractors with valve operations of new and existing construction projects.
Locates water, wastewater, storm drain, fiber optic, and City electrical lines.
Maintains warehouse parts and supplies to fulfill department needs.
Performs on call duties as assigned.

Performs related duties as required or assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Work is performed outdoors and requires exposure to various weather conditions and potential chemical, traffic, and electrical hazards. May be required to traverse uneven surfaces and lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

Other Qualifications

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of water meter or utility maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a Class B Commercial driver’s license with Tanker Endorsement or obtain license within six (6) months of hire. Must obtain a Class D Water License within one (1) year of hire.
• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
• Chemical and water analysis methods.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Performing mathematic calculations.
• Reading and accurately interpreting work orders, meters, and water gauges.
• Maintaining and repairing service meters, motors, and pumps.
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Benefits

: The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.

Supplemental Questions

Are you 18 or older?

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

Do you hold at least a valid Class B Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement, or are willing to obtain one withing six (6) months of hire?

How critical is safety and efficiency in a work environment?

Both safety and efficiency are equally important, and I try to balance them in my work.
Safety is my top priority, but I also strive for efficiency without compromising safety.
Efficiency is more important to me, though I try to consider safety when possible.

Do you possess a Class D Water license, or are willing to obtain one within one (1) year of hire?

Describe your experience reading and accurately interpreting gauges, meters, chemical reports, manuals, or other related devices.

Extensive – Regularly interpret with confidence.
Moderate – Understand and interpret most with minimal assistance.
Basic – Can interpret somr but may need guidance.
No Experience – Have not worked with these before.

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: City of Victoria
Address: 702 N. Main Street - 700 Main Center

Suite 120

Victoria, Texas, 77901
Phone: 361-485-3500