Field Meter Technician: Electric & Water Installations

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a Meter Technician to inspect, test, and replace electric and water meters, including ERT meters. The role involves installing and disconnecting meters for residential and commercial customers and addressing customer high-bill inquiries with clear communication.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of meter-reading experience, and a Class D water license or ability to obtain within six months. This is a full-time on-site position in Garland, TX.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years experience reading electric and water meters.
• Class "D" water license required or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Investigate ERT meter malfunctions.
• Test accuracy of ERT readings with handheld computers.
• Install, disconnect, remove and reconnect electric and water meters for residential and commercial customers.
• Investigate customer high-bill complaints and communicate with customers.

Skills

Meter reading experience

Analyzing meter data

Teamwork

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Meter reading software

Banner Billing System

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Garland is seeking a Meter Technician to inspect, test, and replace electric and water meters, including ERT meters. The role involves installing and disconnecting meters for residential and commercial customers and addressing customer high-bill inquiries with clear communication.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of meter-reading experience, and a Class D water license or ability to obtain within six months. This is a full-time on-site position in Garland, TX.