Meter Installer - Residential

Region of Peel; Brampton; On-site; CAD 93,244,000 - 97,883,000; Full time

Job summary

Region of Peel in Brampton, ON is hiring a Meter Installer – Residential for Public Works – Operations Support. This onsite role involves installing, testing and maintaining water meters and AMR devices, liaising with builders and customers, and completing daily documentation.

You must have a high school diploma, 2 years construction experience with plumbing, MOL WMI 800, a valid G license, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years construction related experience including plumbing.
• MOL Water Meter Installer (WMI 800) certification.
• Valid Class G driver's license in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and produce results with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, test and maintain water meters.
• Visit new residential installations and program AMR equipment.
• Liaise with builders, sub-contractors and customers in the field.
• Complete daily timesheets with meter data.
• Investigate customer issues and document findings.
• Identify safety hazards and follow WHMIS/OHSA procedures.

Skills

Construction experience

Plumbing experience

MOL Water Meter Installer (WMI 800)

Valid Class G driver's license

Excellent written and verbal comms

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Meter Installer – Residential Public Works – Operations SupportStatus: One Regular Full-Time PositionHours of Work: 40 hours per weekLocation and Work Mode: Onsite 2 Copper Road, Brampton, ONHourly Rate: $32.53/hr - $34.16/hr CUPE Local 966 Public WorksThe role:Reporting to Supervisor/Foreperson Meter Operations you will perform manual and equipment operating duties of various maintenance or operational functions. You will install, repair, test and complete maintenance functions on meters.

• Visits new residential installations and installs meters and remote reading devices. Installs Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) associated electronic equipment on customer telephone lines and programs AMR interface unit as well as programming electronic registers.
• Liaises with builders, sub-contractors and customers in the field to access for meter installs and repairs. Reports plumbing or access deficiencies to builder, owner and supervisory staff and recommends corrective action in order to complete installation or repair work.
• Accurately completes daily timesheets which include all pertinent meter installation and repair information.
• Investigates customer complaints regarding high/low bills and installs appropriate equipment to profile customer consumption patterns.
• When customers stop and drain valves are inoperative, installer is required to locate and operator curb stop.
• Investigates reported irregularities of meters by visually checking the meter and register for deficiencies and assists customers in detective and fixing internal plumbing leaks.
• Obtains meter reads, replaces meters when necessary and reports on the condition of the existing meter.
• Verifies final registered subdivision plan, noting discrepancies compared to actual construction.
• Inspects meter and associated equipment and reports findings, taking immediate action to repair problems.
• Required to identify and enter a confined space to install, repair or replace water meters.
• Accountable for all tools, equipment and vehicles assigned.
• Reports health and safety hazards, applying safety precaution and procedures in connection with the duties performed as required by WHMIS, MTO regulations and OHSA, ensuring to follow Regional policies and procedures including the use of safety equipment and attire.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What the role requires:

• Completed high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 2 years construction related experience including plumbing experience.
• Physically able to perform the requirements of the position.
• MOL Water Meter Installer (WMI 800) Certified.
• Experience completing forms and reports, ensuring accuracy of details.
• Valid Class G driver’s license in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Independent worker with ability to produce results with minimal supervision.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are currently in the CUPE Local 966-Public Works bargaining unit.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology or may be in-person. Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

Public Notice: Water and Wastewater Services TransitionEffective January 1, 2029, the Region of Peel’s Water and Wastewater services will become a Public Utility, as part of the provincially guided transition process. On this date, the new utility will assume responsibility for delivering water and wastewater services across Peel. Residents and businesses can expect continued reliable service throughout the transition, and the Region will work closely with all partners to ensure a smooth and well coordinated change.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please [e-mail]

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.