AMI Water Meter Technician | Field Maintenance & Readings

Support New Bern LLC; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Support New Bern LLC is seeking a Water Meter Technician for Craven County Government in New Bern, NC. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and replacing AMI water meters, reading meters, and ensuring accurate readings on a daily basis.

You will operate AMI drive-by systems, troubleshoot non-transmitting meters, and perform basic repairs while following safety procedures. A valid NC driver’s license is required, and a high school diploma or GED is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) and some experience in meter reading or mechanical repair work.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Working knowledge of AMI water meter installation, maintenance, and repair.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, tests and repairs AMI water meters.
• Operates AMI drive-by system using transceiver to obtain water meter readings.
• Downloads daily meter readings to computer.
• Verifies meters are registering properly and investigates irregular readings.
• Performs minor repairs including replacing faulty meters and meter boxes.
• Programs smart points (transmitters) and conducts preventative maintenance.
• Operates and maintains AMI system handheld device.
• Generates stale meter reports and collects manual readings as needed.
• Identifies and reports water service line leaks and tampering.
• Connects and disconnects meters for nonpayment or payment.

Skills

Meter reading

Mechanical repair

OSHA safety guidelines

Mathematical calculations

AMI system operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AMI hardware

AMI software

Job description

Support New Bern LLC is seeking a Water Meter Technician for Craven County Government in New Bern, NC. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and replacing AMI water meters, reading meters, and ensuring accurate readings on a daily basis.

You will operate AMI drive-by systems, troubleshoot non-transmitting meters, and perform basic repairs while following safety procedures. A valid NC driver’s license is required, and a high school diploma or GED is essential.