Lead Meter Technician

Tappwfs; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Tappwfs in St. Thomas, Ontario is seeking a Lead Meter Technician to support a water meter exchange project. The role involves completing exchanges and providing field guidance and troubleshooting to the technician team.

The successful candidate should have hands-on experience with water meters, plumbing or utility fieldwork, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to lead and train others. Local candidates are preferred and valid work status in Canada is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with water meter exchanges or related field service work.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lead, train, or support technicians.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ability to pass background or screening checks.

Responsibilities

• Complete water meter exchanges at residential and commercial properties.
• Support, guide, and assist technicians in the field.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance for complex installations.
• Maintain quality and productivity standards across the project.
• Assist with training and onboarding of technicians.
• Communicate field issues and project updates to the Project Manager.
• Complete appointments according to the project schedule.
• Record meter information using mobile devices and digital reporting systems.
• Interact professionally with customers and represent the project courteously.
• Follow safety procedures and project requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team leadership support

Independent work

Communication skills

Digital reporting tools

Driver's license

Work eligibility Canada

Background checks

Tools

Smartphones

Tablets

Digital reporting systems

Job description

If you've got hands-on experience with water meters, plumbing, or utility fieldwork and you're ready to step up into a lead capacity

02nd September, 2026

Lead Meter Technician – St. Thomas Water Meter Exchange Project Location: St. Thomas, Ontario
Position Type: Project-Based Contractor
Compensation: $34.00–$39.00 per hour, based on experience
Position Available: 1
Start Date: To be confirmed
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Lead Meter Technician to support a water meter exchange project in St. Thomas, Ontario. The Lead Technician will be responsible for completing water meter exchanges while providing field support, guidance, and troubleshooting assistance to the technician team. The successful candidate will help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project requirements. Preference will be given to candidates who are already located in St. Thomas or the surrounding area.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete water meter exchanges at residential and commercial properties.
• Support, guide, and assist technicians in the field.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance for more complex installations or issues.
• Help maintain quality and productivity standards across the project.
• Assist with training and onboarding of technicians as required.
• Communicate field issues, access concerns, and project updates to the Project Manager.
• Complete assigned appointments according to the project schedule.
• Accurately record meter information and work completion using mobile devices and digital reporting systems.
• Interact professionally with customers and represent the project in a courteous manner.
• Follow all required safety procedures and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with water meter exchanges, plumbing, utility work, or similar field service work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Previous experience leading, training, or supporting technicians is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and provide direction to others.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and digital reporting systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ability to pass any required background or screening checks.

Schedule & Availability

• Project-based position in St. Thomas, Ontario.
• Candidates local to St. Thomas and the surrounding area are preferred.
• Availability to work until 6:00 PM is an asset.
• Saturday availability is preferred.
• Flexibility to accommodate project scheduling requirements is expected.

Working Conditions

• Work will take place primarily at residential and commercial properties.
• Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and working in confined or restricted spaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to approximately 40 lbs.
• Regular interaction with customers and members of the public.